Israel Defense Forces Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir unveiled a new multi-year plan on Monday, intended to guide the military from 2026 through 2030, as it reinvigorates its combat capabilities following more than two years of war.

The plan, dubbed “Hoshen” — a High Priest’s breastplate — is designed to integrate the lessons from the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attacks and subsequent war, alongside future-oriented efforts for Israel’s next war.

Zamir selected the name Hoshen because of its symbolism. The 12 stones on the breastplate represent the 12 tribes of Israel, reflecting unity, while wearing the breastplate close to the heart symbolizes the centrality of people in the IDF. The name also reflects rootedness and a return to foundational principles.

The chief of staff directed the military to pursue two parallel efforts over the coming year as part of the plan: the operational use of force across all fronts and a comprehensive force-building drive.

The plan is scheduled to be finalized by April 1, with implementation beginning after Passover, which ends on April 8, subject to the security situation.

The military based the Hoshen plan on six guiding inputs: a........

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