The IDF's Gender Affairs Advisory Unit received 2,420 reports of sexual assault and harassment in 2025, 350 more complaints than in 2024, the military reported to the Knesset on Tuesday.
The data revealed that more than 700 of the complaints filed resulted only in disciplinary hearings, while 42 indictments were filed against offenders, and 21 others faced disciplinary trials.
The IDF reported that 10% of cases were investigated by the Military Police or the Israeli Police, while 59% were handled through disciplinary and command channels, including disciplinary trials and hearings, some of which resulted in removal from positions.
22% of cases were "inconclusive or not fully pursued," while 4% were not handled due to "external circumstances."
Forty-eight victims who initially reported their assault later chose to withdraw it.
Additionally, 60 civilian contractors were banned from entering IDF bases for their actions. A warning call was held with an additional 71 employees.
'The data is deeply disturbing'
"The data that reached me is deeply disturbing," said Opposition coordinator MK Merav Ben-Ari (Yesh Atid), who initiated the hearing.
"Particularly in light of the significant increase in the number of sexual harassment complaints."
She added that the IDF must actively prevent the phenomenon as much as possible and support victims throughout their entire military service.
The Knesset hearing was held within the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, mandated by a law requiring the IDF to report to the Knesset on the scope of sexual harassment within the military and on the handling of such cases.
During the hearing, IDF representatives pointed to steps taken over the past year, highlighting "technological tools and the improvement and accessibility of the reporting and treatment network."
The IDF noted that it has a dedicated WhatsApp hotline for "a fast, discreet, and professional response directly to victims."
The military also highlighted the "safeguarding boards" hung across bases and stickers placed "inside every single restroom stall in the IDF."