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2024-04-14 22:19:14 UTC - HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: 65A4376B5885D5BBDBB3D8C406586ECE530C4C5D8B09B5FFC6EB5AD216420289
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Original Note:
The OP is accurate. Mandatory service does not preclude an Israeli citizen from the draft. Citizens become reservists and remain draft candidates up to the age of 40. Wikipedia summary with IDF references: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conscription_in_Israel Example of application during Hamas conflict: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/military-conscription-is-mandatory-for-most-israelis-heres-how-it-works/9x0j9xhw5
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