Eyal Zamir, the chief of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), indicated on Monday that 2026 is likely to be another year of sustained conflict for Israel, which has been engaged in continuous combat since the October 7, 2023 attacks by Hamas that initiated the current Gaza war. Zamir emphasized that the IDF has been conducting a multi-front campaign, dealing with threats from Iran and the Lebanon-based group Hezbollah, while also carrying out ongoing military operations in Gaza. He pointed out the increasing pressure on the military, highlighting the urgent need to expand troop numbers to adequately respond to the growing operational demands. This warning reflects expectations of prolonged instability in the region, as Israel prepares for continued engagements across multiple fronts in the upcoming year.