The Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee has narrowly approved an extension of the emergency military call-up order, allowing up to 280,000 reservists to be mobilized until January 1, 2026. The decision, requested by the defense minister, comes amid ongoing security concerns and follows repeated renewals of the order since the war began in October 2023. In normal circumstances, reservists cannot be called up on short notice or for extended periods, making this emergency measure significant. The move has faced criticism from opposition members, who argue that it places undue strain on reservists while the government considers draft exemptions for certain groups.