On November 26 local time, according to Israeli Army Radio, the Israel Defense Forces will introduce new regulations prohibiting the use of Android phones on military-issued lines and requiring officers of lieutenant colonel rank and above to use Apple devices. Using iPhones for official communications. This move aims to reduce the risk of high-ranking military officers' phones being hacked and to enhance information security.
On November 26, local time, according to the Israeli Army Radio, the Israel Defense Forces will introduce new regulations prohibiting the use of Android phones on military-issued lines and requiring officers of lieutenant colonel rank and above to use Apple iPhones for official communications. This move aims to reduce the risk of high-ranking officers' phones being hacked and to strengthen information security.
The report indicates that the military plans to unify the operating system at the highest levels to simplify security controls and updates. No specific implementation timeline or exceptions have been announced, nor has it been clarified whether the policy covers personal devices used for work.
The directive is expected to be officially released soon and will apply to officers from the rank of lieutenant colonel to the General Staff in the Israeli Army. In addition to mobile phones, the Israeli Army has previously imposed strict restrictions on vehicles used by officers, citing security concerns.
(Article source: CLS)
