Cannabis and the Israeli military

Cannabis use is prohibited in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). The IDF conducts random and non-random drug testing on members. In December, 2016, penalties for use by off-duty soldiers were relaxed; use would no longer automatically result in a court-martial.

Since 2014, IDF members in reserve status are authorized to use medical cannabis. Some soldiers have received prescriptions for cannabis to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), with "the authorization and support of the Health Ministry and the Ministry of Defense".