An Israeli army investigation has found a significant rise in soldier suicides linked to the ongoing war in the Gaza Strip. In 2025, sixteen soldiers took their own lives, with investigators attributing this to the harsh realities of combat, including witnessing traumatic events and coping with the loss of comrades. The army is particularly concerned as seven reservists died by suicide in July alone, and officials fear the trend may worsen. The number of suicides among soldiers has increased compared to previous years, highlighting the severe psychological toll of the conflict.