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.
Government extends emergency reservist call-ups through November, lowers cap to 200,000
Rebuilding the mind after battle: How FIDF is revolutionizing trauma care for Israel’s veterans
IDF chief Zamir visits wounded soldiers at Sheba Medical Center ahead of Rosh Hashanah
Adidas apologizes for campaign featuring disabled IDF soldier following calls to boycott
The initiative, limited to local Israeli outlets rather than running globally, included posters and videos featuring disabled athletes who require only one shoe because of limb differences.
Adidas faces boycott calls over 'single shoe' campaign with former Israel soldier and amputee
Biton lost his left leg in May 2021 while serving in the IDF’s Nahal Brigade during Operation Guardian of the Walls.
“You are with us for life”: The soldier-run homes rehabilitating Israel's wounded veterans
Belev Echad helps wounded and PTSD-stricken veterans through everything from hydrotherapy to academic workshops, with a philosophy of building a community where every soldier feels at home.
‘We are behind you’: Shachpatz App offers IDF veterans rapid legal help abroad for emergencies
Shachpatz brings official alerts, travel advice, and emergency contacts together, with 600 lawyers in 17 countries available to provide initial assistance, according to Shurat HaDin.
Disabled IDF veteran says he was forced to leave McDonald's with service dog
In the interview, Levy explained that he does not often go out, especially to crowded places, because of his post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
MDMA-assisted psychotherapy reduces PTSD in 80% of soldiers, Israeli study finds
While under the influence of MDMA, patients are believed to be able to engage with traumatic memories while experiencing emotional regulation, trust, and psychological safety.
Defense Ministry, FIDF to establish new brain injury rehabilitation center for wounded soldiers
It will be located in Tel Aviv, serving as the only center in Israel dedicated exclusively to the rehabilitation of IDF veterans with brain trauma. It is expected to be completed in 2030.
Israel Katz's populist push to pardon Elor Azaria puts Israel at serious risk - comment
Azaria was not convicted of mere "negligent homicide", but of manslaughter for his actions in 2016.
Irish music festival bans IDF veteran from attending in name of 'safe, welcoming, inclusive space'
The Rewild Festival banned an ex-IDF soldier, saying that members of the 'Israeli Occupation Forces' are not welcome, sparking outrage over anti-Israel bias at the Irish music event.
Knesset votes to freeze arrests of ultra-Orthodox draft evaders amid IDF manpower crisis
Bill passes 58-54 despite legal warnings, IDF opposition • Netanyahu heckled by opposition lawmakers shouting 'disgrace' before leaving plenum ahead of the vote
