Pull up a chair and hang out for a bit. This week we are concluding our study, Why Israel Matters and we have covered lots of ground. So, we're pulling it all together this week. Early in the study we discussed some reasons Israel matters. Do you remember some of those reasons? Let's jog the …
Tag: IDF
Update from Gaza Border
Lt Col Jonathan is an IDF spokesperson, often providing updates regarding IDF activity. Here is his latest update from the Gaza border, where Hamas has launched over 150 rockets into Israel over the past two days: https://www.facebook.com/idfonline/videos/1996028923753301/ There are other reports of troop and equipment movement on Israeli bases. In addition to airstrikes that …
What is a Palestinian Rocket Attack Like?
Over 150 Palestinian rockets have been launched toward southern Israel over the past couple days. Some were shot down by Israel's Iron Dome defense system, but thankfully, most fell in open territory. Fortunately, I am not aware of any Israeli casualties, though there have been casualties in Gaza as a result of IDF strikes on …
What Makes Israeli Soldiers Different?
On occasion, I have had the privilege of visiting IDF military bases in Israel. During those visits, it has become abundantly clear that the Israeli military is much different than America's military. Not necessarily better or worse...just different. Many things make the two much different. For example, all Israelis (men and women, with a few …
