Idf veteran

Brad Pitt on screen, retired IDF combat dogs in the seats

HaHolchim BaRosh arranged the screening; it supports Oketz veterans as they transition into civilian life and maintains a community for former unit members.

OCTOBER 5, 2026|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Veterans of the IDF’s Oketz canine unit brought their retired military dogs to a special screening of Brad Pitt’s Heart of the Beast at HOT Cinema in Kfar Saba on October 1, 2026.

Reservist exercise in the North. January 17, 2024

Government extends emergency reservist call-ups through November, lowers cap to 200,000

Ministers approved extending emergency reserve call-ups and special detention arrangements through November 30, despite a Defense Ministry legal opinion warning of serious equality concerns.

OCTOBER 2, 2026|ByANNA BARSKY

Major General (Res.) Nadav Padan, the CEO of FIDF, speaks at the launching ceremony of the "Returning to Life" Clinic, an outpatient mental health clinic in Modi'in, on December 21, 2025.

Rebuilding the mind after battle: How FIDF is revolutionizing trauma care for Israel’s veterans

From nationwide mental health clinics to dedicated reserve family support, FIDF is establishing a long-term safety net for combat veterans and their loved ones.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2026|ByELLIOT HELLER, IN COOPERATION WITH FIDF

Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir visits wounded soldiers at Sheba Medical Center, September 8, 2026.

IDF chief Zamir visits wounded soldiers at Sheba Medical Center ahead of Rosh Hashanah

Zamir toured the various departments and spoke with wounded troops and their families about their injuries, recovery and rehabilitation, and their healing journey.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2026|ByDANYA SAPERSTEIN

Disabled IDF vets to get NIS 300m. in benefits; NIS 600m. still missing

The NGO said that this was major positive news for around 30,000 veterans, including some specific provisions to assist soldiers afflicted by post-traumatic stress disorder.

MAY 8, 2023ByYONAH JEREMY BOB

Visitors 'vandalize' Yoni Netanyahu's grave with heart-shaped stones

Lt.-Col. Netanyahu fell during the Entebbe rescue operation in 1976, when the IDF freed over 248 hostages from Uganda's Entebbe airport.

MARCH 21, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

IDF soldiers place flags at graves on Mount Herzl ahead of Memorial Day, May, 2022

'One Soul' reform passes first vote, will proceed to second, third readings

The amendment will allow for the establishment of a team of experts to recommend unique housing options for IDF veterans suffering from PTSD.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Former IDF fighter pilot released from detainment after publishing threats against PM

Israeli cabinet ministers on Sunday demanded a strong response from law enforcement over the incitement.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Ze'ev Raz speaks during a protest against a controversial agreement reached over the past few months between the government and large energy companies over natural gas production, in central Tel Aviv, on November 28, 2015.

New York Jewry comes out in support of Israel, IDF

Guests from across the US were introduced to young Israeli soldiers and security officers who were gravely wounded during their service yet returned to life.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022ByERICA SCHACHNE

Israeli nonprofit 'Restart' launches crowdfunding to help IDF veterans

Restart has provided innovative solutions for many wounded IDF veterans to help them with their everyday struggles, and is currently raising money to provide similar aid to as many more as possible.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022ByZACHY HENNESSEY

David Leitner's durable, lightweight carbon-fiber leg shield, developed by Elbit via Restart's Makers for Heroes program.

Benny Gantz participates in event for disabled IDF veterans

Gantz discussed the Defense Ministry's decision to recognize IDF veterans who became severely ill after working in the Kishon River and the "One Soul" reform.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Defense Minister Benny Gantz attends an event for disabled IDF veterans.

Biking across Israel for Beit Halochem and disabled veterans

There are five different routes for the 180 Canadian, American, British and 120 disabled IDF veterans taking part, including off-roading, touring and extreme sports.

OCTOBER 25, 2022ByANNA AHRONHEIM