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60,000 IDF reservists to be called up in coming days ahead of Gaza City takeover

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August 21, 2025

The Times of Israel yesterday (20) reported that some 60,000 Israeli reservists were set to receive call-up orders that the military will issue, starting Wednesday, for an offensive against Hamas in Gaza City, after Defence Minister Israel Katz approved the Army's plans, according to the Israel Defense Forces and security officials.

The orders were not immediate, but rather slated to take place in several waves. The majority — around 40,000-50,000 — would be ordered to show up for duty on 02 September. Another wave would take place in November-December, and a third wave in February-March 2026, the IDF said.

The number of reservists being called up is in addition to tens of thousands of reservists who are currently serving in the reserves.

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Fed, under pressure to cut rates, tries to balance labour market and inflation – while avoiding dreaded stagflation

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3 mins

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Maliban powers Sri Lanka under 19 women's team and Sri Lanka vs Australia women's under 19 series

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Wellalage set for recall

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Oxford city walkabout to empower rural communities in Sri Lanka

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3 mins

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Bourse’s bullish momentum sustained by conducive macroeconomic factors

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2 mins

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Govt. launches unified push to attract investment, expand exports

Foreign Affairs Minister Vijitha Herath, Industry Minister Sunil Handunneththi, and Trade Minister Wasantha Samarasinghe at the joint briefing session for diplomatic missions to boost investments and exports

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September 19, 2025

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Tharanga creates history at World Championships

Thrower Rumesh Tharanga established himself as Sri Lanka's brightest medal prospect at future global track and field events as he beat Olympic gold medallists on his way to securing the seventh place in the men's javelin throw at the World Championship in Tokyo on Thursday.

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