Recently, the Gaza Strip has once again been in flames, and Hamas has launched a full-scale offensive against Israel with a military operation codenamed "Al-Aqsa flood". A number of IDF barracks were occupied, a large number of ** were captured, some middle and high-ranking officers were killed or captured, and Israel suffered heavy losses. However, Israel's performance in this attack has taken many by surprise. Israel's perceived sluggish performance in the face of Hamas's attacks has raised concerns about Israel's military capabilities.
Despite Israel's obvious geographical disadvantage, its national defense mobilization capability is the key to its solid homeland security. As a small country surrounded by enemies on all sides, Israel has to rely on a comprehensive and efficient national defense mobilization system to protect it*** Although Israel has a limited number of active forces, its efficient reserve system and rapid mobilization capabilities allow it to respond effectively in the face of a sudden attack. Israel's mobilization system allows for the mobilization of hundreds of thousands of reservists within 48 hours, allowing vacancies to be filled quickly once war breaks out.
It is worth mentioning that Israel has a number of "shelf forces", that is, units that actually lack sufficient troops. This is to avoid excessive labor consumption while maintaining a large staff. This large and efficient national defense mobilization system is Israel's greatest strength to deal with the hostility of the Arab world. Therefore, for Israel, the ability to mobilize national defense and even the overall military strength is the key indicator that really deserves attention and evaluation.
In terms of military equipment, Israel has advanced equipment and has always aimed to develop elite troops. Especially when it comes to the Air Force and Navy, Israel has a large and well-equipped force. Israel's air force is second to none in the Middle East, equipped with advanced fighter jets, AWACS aircraft, drones, etc., while the navy is relatively weak, but Israel's navy is mainly focused on corvettes and submarines, because there is no strong naval threat from neighboring Arab countries.
According to statistics, Israel's military spending is as high as 5 percent of its GDP6%, far exceeding the international average, and at the same time, the United States will often provide military assistance to Israel, so that its sea, air and land equipment has always maintained an advanced level. In addition, Israel's military technology is also leading in the industry, especially in avionics, missiles and drones, etc., and its products are favored by the world.
Israel's military strength is strong and exquisite, and its advanced equipment and efficient military technology make it have a strong combat capability, which also makes Israel more overwhelming in the face of conflicts such as Hamas.