Veterans
Israel Basketball Association launches 'Back in the Game' initiative for veterans with PTSD
The initiative was created in response to requests from members of the Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization, who said basketball had become an important outlet in helping them cope with trauma.
WATCH: A son's tale of an Ammunition Hill hero
Trump signs order to accelerate Ibogaine research for veterans with PTSD
As Israel’s PTSD crisis deepens, new treatment offers hope for scarred IDF veterans
Building Jerusalem’s ‘other’ wall, one honoree at a time
As the United States celebrates Veterans Day, Israel’s Ammunition Hill, the battle site that led to Jerusalem’s reunification, adds its 500th honoree on Jewish National Fund-USA’s Wall of Honor.
IDF disabled veterans to share stories with schoolchildren
During IDF Disabled Veterans Appreciation Month, students will attend ceremonies, lessons and meetings with veterans to learn more about them.
This veteran doctor has saved the lives of thousands
Raised in New York City, Dr. Bernard Kabakow completed his graduate studies at Harvard University and then did his medical training at the University of Vermont Medical School.
Hundreds of disabled IDF veterans protest by Knesset, Defense Ministry
Promised reforms for the rights of disabled veterans have been stalled as the Finance and Defense ministries squabble over budget.
IDF disabled veterans group sets up protest tent at Knesset
The reform, called "One Soul" is designed to improve the treatment and rehabilitation of disabled IDF veterans.
Disabled IDF veterans protest as Saidian remains in critical condition
Caregivers announce that they would be holding a full strike of services until the Defense Ministry fixes issues with their working conditions.
IDF vet's self-immolation leads to protests outside Defense Ministry
The protests demanded there be changes in the defense ministry's rehabilitation program, claiming it "provides disabled veterans with poor treatment and steals their rights."
Disabled IDF veteran sets himself on fire outside Defense Ministry
MDA medics classified him as being in severe condition and suffering from intense burns which cover his entire body.
Israeli Air Force officer, 105 years old, promoted to Colonel
The IDF said in a statement that Alex Ziloni has given “many decades of dedication to the State of Israel.”
British 100-year-old walking hero Captain Tom Moore died of COVID-19
"It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our dear father, Captain Sir Tom Moore," his daughters said in a statement.
