Israeli Air Force Faces Deepening Rift Over Reservists' Protest Against Gaza War

Despite threats of dismissal, only 25 of 970 signatories have retracted their opposition to the ongoing conflict, highlighting internal divisions.

Approximately 970 Israel Air Force reservists signed a letter opposing the Gaza war, citing political and personal motivations behind the conflict.
The Israel Air Force chief warned reservists they would face dismissal if they did not retract their signatures from the protest letter.
As of April 9, 2025, only 25 reservists have withdrawn their support for the letter, while many others remain undecided.
Former air force members, who distributed the letter, claim it focuses on political rather than security concerns, intensifying the debate.
The standoff reflects broader challenges within Israel's military as it grapples with dissent during a highly charged security situation.