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US Army Faces Soldier Shortage Amid Iran Conflict: Recruitment Rules Relaxed, Marijuana Policy Eased
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US Army Faces Severe Shortage: Recruitment Rules Relaxed Amid Iran Tensions
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25-03-2026, 20:10
US Army Faces Severe Shortage: Recruitment Rules Relaxed Amid Iran Tensions
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The US military is experiencing a severe shortage of soldiers due to continuous deployment and escalating tensions with Iran.
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The maximum age limit for recruitment has been increased from 32 to 42 years, allowing older individuals to join.
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Restrictions on marijuana consumption for recruits have been significantly relaxed to broaden the applicant pool.
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The ongoing conflict with Iran and the Ukraine-Russia crisis have put immense pressure on US forces, leading to recruitment shortfalls.
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Experts view the relaxation of rules as a 'compulsion' for the Pentagon to meet recruitment targets, not a strategic masterplan.
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