Israelis still paying the price of war in Gaza: Yedioth Ahronoth
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The Israeli newspaper states that while the world celebrates the arrival of 2025, Israelis continue to bear the consequences of the war on the Gaza Strip in various ways.
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Israeli soldiers congregate on a hill close to the Gaza border in southern occupied Palestine, on December 5, 2024. (AP)
The Israeli newspaper Yedioth Ahronoth stated, "As the world celebrates the beginning of 2025, Israelis continue to bear the consequences of the war in the Gaza Strip in one way or another."
The newspaper noted that 100 captives in Gaza are still facing death, and from an economic standpoint, a rise in prices is expected. Additionally, expenses will increase, with economic decisions impacting every Israeli, as each individual is projected to lose 12,000 shekels in 2025 due to these measures.
The newspaper further explained that, alongside the rising prices in the economy and a decline in reserve service enrollment, the government has also decided to cut the grants and benefits provided to reserve officers and soldiers fighting in Gaza.
Meanwhile, Israelis continue to flee to shelters due to rocket fire from Gaza and Yemen, with the Yemenis continuing to threaten to attack "Israel" again until “the blockade is lifted and the attacks on Gaza stop.”
At the same time, Hamas is strengthening its presence at various points throughout the Gaza Strip. Last week, the group launched rockets from Beit Hanoun, where the Israeli army is operating, targeting the envelope area and occupied al-Quds.
The newspaper added, "The price we will pay in the new year will be felt not only in our pockets but in our souls as well."
It explained that this reality will be especially challenging for those already struggling to make ends meet each month, pointing out that "only two weeks ago, a startling figure was revealed, showing that two million Israelis live below the poverty line, and many more are expected to fall below this tragic threshold in the new year."
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A report earlier last month revealed that the number of disabled Israeli soldiers could hit 100,000 by 2030, 60% of whom could suffer from mental disorders, the Israeli Broadcasting Authority reported, citing Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) estimations.
According to the Israeli Walla website, at least 25,000 IOF soldiers, security forces, and settlers have sustained injuries since October 7, 2023.
Meanwhile, Yedioth Ahronoth reported that war injuries "affect soldiers' physical and mental abilities, as well as their daily lives and their ability to adapt and return to normal life."
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