Knesset approves largest reform of Israel’s wounded veterans system in decades
Israel’s rehabilitation system for wounded soldiers and security personnel will undergo its largest overhaul in decades after the Knesset approved a reform package aimed at addressing the unprecedented demand created by the war with Hamas.…
Assessment
The Knesset has passed the most significant restructuring of Israel's military rehabilitation system in decades, converting the Defense Ministry's Rehabilitation Department into an independent national authority. This reform directly responds to the surge of over 26,000 soldiers and security personnel entering the system since the war with Hamas began. The scale of demand has overwhelmed existing capacity, making organizational change a practical necessity. The coming months will test whether expanded staffing and independence can meaningfully reduce wait times and improve care quality for wounded veterans.