Israel and Syria
The most recent headlines have focused on what Hebrew and Arabic speakers call Chalab, and the speakers of western languages call Aleppo.
Ethiopian Lone Soldier, Struggling Under Aliyah Pressures, Reaches Out
Unable to work while in the army and making only meager army wages, Yaakov was uncertain how he would manage with the extra expenses that come with the winter months.
What’s Worrying Us
The outed MK of Jewish Home claimed full innocence; that he was a warm person who often hugged and touched elbows, but never with sexual intentions.
Paris Gala Honors Sacrifices of French IDF Soldiers
“This yearly event is very important as it builds a deep relationship between France, the Israeli army and the Holy Land,” explained Michael Engelhardt, Director of the Yahad Overseas Department.
Israeli Men’s Impressive Longevity Linked to Military Service
The Taub Center studied 130 countries, taking into consideration various factors including wealth, education levels, health care quality and availability, and general demographic profiles. Their analysis found that military service added more than three years to men’s lives.
IDF Destroys Hamas Outpost After Taking Fire From Gaza Border
Shots were fired at IDF troops stationed near the southern part of the Gaza-Israel border on Monday morning, prompting the IDF to respond aggressively by shelling and destroying a Hamas military post with tank fire.
A Soldier’s Father and His Smartphone
It was the middle of the day when the WhatsApp arrived, accompanied by that familiar ring which indicates that someone, somewhere, has sent you a message.
Israel’s Constitutional Identity Crisis
The only thing likely to prevent Obama from harming Israel at the Security Council at this point is a clear message to the UN from the incoming Trump administration.
ISIS in the House
As the Israelis battle arson fires set by Palestinians, the first official engagement between ISIS terrorists and the IDF occurred.
IDF Soldiers Pray to Receive Needed Biblical Articles for Worship
By providing religious IDF soldiers with specially-designed army versions of necessary ritual objects like prayer shawls and tefillin (phylacteries), one special organization is easing the entrance of ultra-Orthodox Jews, also known as Haredim, into the Israeli army.