‘You Can be Haredi and a Warrior’: Israel Declares First Orthodox Battalion Operational
Israel's first Orthodox battalion, the Yonatan Battalion, is now fully operational, completing its inaugural drill in the Golan Heights on Feb 11.
















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Israel's first Orthodox battalion, the Yonatan Battalion, is now fully operational, completing its inaugural drill in the Golan Heights on Feb 11.
Israeli fourth graders' native language literacy improves significantly in 2025 tests. Hebrew speakers gained 15 points, Arabic speakers 11, showing broad.
Prime Minister Netanyahu informed National Defense College trainees Israel is becoming a regional and global power, stressing the need for strong defense.
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