IDF to launch mandatory Islamic studies and Arabic training for all intelligence soldiers

Following intelligence failures around October 7, 2023, the IDF is mandating that all intelligence personnel undergo training in both Arabic and Islamic cultural studies.

IDF soldiers are seen working as part of the Israeli military's Gaza battlefield intelligence collection unit.

IDF soldiers are seen working as part of the Israeli military's Gaza battlefield intelligence collection unit.

(photo credit: IDF SPOKESPERSON'S UNIT)

JULY 15, 2025 12:48