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
Disabled IDF veteran attempts to self-immolate in Jerusalem
The IDF veteran was stopped by police and firefighting forces while soaked in gasoline.
Disabled IDF veterans not satisfied with reforms - comptroller report
There are 58,154 disabled IDF veterans recognized by the Defense Ministry's Rehabilitation Department.
WWII veteran recognized as 'nazi fighter' by Justice Ministry
Giorgi Ginzburg, who came to Israel from Azerbaijan, fought for the Red Soviet Army during the war. He will now receive the acclaim and benefits that come with being a World War II hero.
Disabled IDF veteran tries to commit suicide outside DM office
A disabled IDF veteran attempted to end his life outside the Defense Ministry's Rehabilitation Division at Tel Hashomer.
Bill to abolish income test for disabled IDF veterans passes 1st reading
A bill to abolish the income test for disabled IDF veterans passed its first reading as part of the “One Soul” reform program.
IDF veterans discuss IDF and Israel with US college students
The Belev Echad organization works with Chabad on Campus to young IDF veterans to the US for two weeks of exposure, awareness and inspiration.
From combat to coding: Soldier's reps aim to enlist veterans to hi-tech
The Golani Association aims to bring more veterans into the world of high-tech with a new track.
IDF wounded veterans receive honors at tribute event
The tribute event opened with TED lectures by IDF wounded Oren Blitzblau and Dana Pinchasov, continued with a lecture by the poet Shimrit Orr, author of the song “Hallelujah."
FIDF holds sixth annual bike ride in Israel in support of soldiers
The cyclists visited several IDF bases during their ride, from the Mount Hermon military base to the 91st Gallilee Division, which oversees security along the border with Lebanon.
Veterans' Day: Afghanistan vet reflects on US withdrawal - opinion
Micah Quinney Jones dedicated years to service in the US army. The US withdrawal from Afghanistan has left him with conflicting emotions.
