The Israeli army has reported an unprecedented rise in suicides among its soldiers, with 28 cases recorded during the Gaza war, including 16 among reservists. Between 2023 and 2024, the total suspected suicide cases reached 38, with a sharp increase after the conflict began. In 2024, while the overall death toll dropped to 363 compared to 2023, suicides among reservists surged, likely linked to the mobilization of nearly 300,000 reservists during the war.
The Israeli army states it is working to prevent suicides through measures such as a 24/7 hotline, which has received over 3,900 calls since its launch in October 2023. Additionally, more than 800 mental health reserve officers were deployed to support soldiers. However, the data indicates that the significant psychological pressures stemming from the war continue to take a toll, especially on reservists. **Source:** Times of Israel
