Veterans
Trump administration to break ground on 250-foot Washington arch despite legal challenges
Although opponents say the arch requires congressional approval, Congress approved building a memorial at the site more than 100 years ago.
Jewish WWII British special forces veteran who fought against Nazis in Africa dies, aged 100
MDMA-assisted psychotherapy reduces PTSD in 80% of soldiers, Israeli study finds
From soldiering to start-ups: Israel's Druze community is building its own start-up ecosystem
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.
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.
