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Source: http://www.timesofisrael.com/vests-glasses-boots-idf-soldiers-get-a-makeover/
IDF Upgrading Soldiers' Protective Gear after Gaza War
(Times of Israel) Luke Tress - In response to the army's experiences in the 2014 Gaza war, the IDF is introducing new protective gear for soldiers including combat vests, safety boots, protective eyewear and uniforms. The new lightweight combat vests have rows of webbing that allow soldiers to attach pockets suitable for carrying specialized equipment and feature added back support to prevent injury. New protective eyewear uses polycarbonate lenses that will protect eyes from shrapnel. New uniforms are lighter, more breathable and use ripstop technology which prevents small tears from getting any bigger. Flexible knee pads and elbow pads are built into the uniforms.