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According to a recent report by Israeli newspaper *Haaretz*, Israel is allegedly recruiting African asylum seekers to participate in military operations in Gaza, offering them legal residency status in return. This revelation has sparked condemnation from multiple NGOs, which question whether Israel will follow through on these promises.
The *Haaretz* article, published on Sunday, September 15th, claims that Israel is enlisting asylum seekers, many of whom live in precarious conditions with uncertain legal status. In exchange for their military service, they are reportedly being promised permanent residency.
Military sources, speaking anonymously, confirmed that recruitment is taking place with legal advisors involved from the defense sector, ensuring the process is within legal boundaries. However, details on how these recruits are deployed remain confidential.
One young asylum seeker recounted how he was nearly recruited after receiving a call from someone posing as a police officer, instructing him to report to a secure facility without explanation. Other asylum seekers have shared similar stories, many of whom view this offer as their only chance to regularize their legal status despite the risks.
Human rights organizations in Israel and abroad have condemned this practice, accusing Israel of exploiting the vulnerability of African asylum seekers. These individuals often come from conflict-ridden countries and face limited access to jobs and social services in Israel. NGOs argue that by offering residency in exchange for military service, Israel is taking advantage of their desperation.
Critics also express concern that these recruits may not receive adequate training or enjoy the same legal protections as Israeli soldiers. Doubts have been raised about whether Israel will honor its promises of residency, given the country’s complex and often controversial immigration policies.
The Israeli government has not confirmed or denied the allegations. While the Ministry of Defense claims that all recruitment efforts comply with legal standards, they have declined to provide details on agreements made with asylum seekers or how they are integrated into military forces.
This report has reignited debate over Israel’s treatment of asylum seekers, the ethics of military recruitment, and broader issues surrounding immigration and national security. Many asylum seekers in Israel come from conflict zones like Eritrea and Sudan, and Israel’s immigration policies have long been a point of contention.
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