This past year was full of many challenges for the IDF. Our soldiers faced many threats, from terrorist agents on Israel’s borders to rocket fire targeting civilians. Here are some of most remarkable stories of 2012, as reflected upon by
It’s been 20 years since the establishment of the Home Front Command – 20 years of nonstop activity around the world, saving thousands abroad from natural disasters and genocide. Over the years, the IDF sent 15 aid delegations to over
The IDF has a reputation for sending out its soldiers not just to fight, but also to help others in need. Here are 4 touching stories that illustrate why it’s a source of pride to be part of the Israeli
The IDF and the US Army have a long history of cooperation. On May 15th, two weeks ago, Israeli and US forces held a joint emergency rescue drill – one of many collaborative efforts meant to teach soldiers how to
In April 2011, the Deputy Director of the International Red Cross in Gaza, Mathilde De Riedmatten, stated that there is no humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip. However, the Red Cross website has an entire section claiming that “Gaza health care is
It’s been two years since Israel joined the global effort in assisting Haiti’s earthquake victims. IDF personnel won’t forget the day when residents of Port-Au-Prince cheered and shouted, “We love Israel,” after IDF personnel rescued a survivor who had been trapped under rubble
IDF aid missions help disaster-struck areas around the world
Suffering from chronic kidney disease, Abdullah Ramal crossed into Israel to undergo a life-saving surgery back in September. The five-year-old Palestinian underwent a kidney transplant at Beilinson Hospital. The donor? His father. The funder? The Civil Administration of Judea and
The Coordinator of Government Operations in Judea, Samaria and Gaza District Unit coordinates activities of government bureaus, the IDF, and security establishments vis-a-vis the Palestinians. This is done through the application of government policies pertaining to various aspects of civilian
In light of the agricultural export season due to start at the end of November, and following the finalization of the trade process from Gaza to various European markets, a continuing education program for Palestinian agriculturists took place last Tuesday