Afghanistan, March 27 -- Israel's military chief warned the army risks internal collapse under mounting war pressure, as severe troop shortages strain operations, reserves and readiness.

Israel's military chief has warned that the army could face serious internal strain due to growing battlefield pressure and a worsening shortage of troops. Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir reportedly told ministers that the armed forces were nearing a dangerous breaking point if urgent action was not taken.

Speaking during a security cabinet meeting, Zamir is said to have raised multiple "red flags" about the army's ability to continue functioning effectively. He stressed that without immediate policy and legal changes, the military could struggle to maintai...