Veterans

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78-year-old veteran assaulted by anti-Israel activists

Elderly veteran punched and kicked by anti-Israel demonstrators while attempting to sell Remembrance Day poppies at Waverley Station.

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War of Independence veteran explains how to fight the enemy

95-year-old former Lehi soldier, Ezra Yachin, explains what Israel should do to its enemies. 'We are not in Hitler's Europe.'

Six Day War veteran attacked by haredim in Me'ah Shearim

Six Day War veteran Yosef Hagoel and a group of younger soldiers were met in Me'ah Shearim with shouts of 'Nazis, get out of here!'

American supporters bike across Israel with wounded IDF veterans

American Friends of the IDF bike with wounded veterans across Israel.

Israeli veterans give back with humanitarian work in Argentina

The Heroes For Life’s delegation spreads humanitarian care in developing countries as part of the Israeli veterans’ post-army trip.

IDF’s Wounded-In-Action Become High-Powered Executives

Returning to civilian life is a challenge for any veteran, but for IDF veterans who were wounded-in-action, the challenge is greater.

Watch: IDF veteran grapples with scars of first Lebanon war

A veteran of the war has become increasingly embittered by continuous conflicts and now participates in joint efforts with peace activists.

Global breakthrough in treating post-traumatic stress disorder

For the first time: Researchers identify brain wounds in IDF veterans with PTSD, relieve their symptoms using hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

Jewish ‘Band of Brothers’ officer Edward Shames dead at 99

Edward Shames, the World War II veteran who was the last living members of the "Band of Brothers," has died.

Let's honor veterans' sacrifices today

Americans, including many Jewish GIs, fought and gave their lives for freedom and human rights for all mankind..Op-ed.

In 2021, honoring veterans on Memorial Day is doubly meaningful

Teaching your children the meaning of Memorial Day is vital to reinforce our American freedoms. And this year we can go out to do so. Op-ed.

Disabled IDF veterans protest at defense ministry

Dozens protest treatment received by Rehabilitation Division and defense ministry officials.

Veterans Affairs removes swastika headstones at Texas cemetery

Headstones for German prisoners of war which included swastikas, references to 'the Fuhrer' removed from Texas VA cemetery.

Defense Minister Gantz presents medals to WW2 veterans

Gantz & Defense Ministry staff lit candles with three veterans and paid tribute to their heroism.

Sen Cruz to vets: 'Thank you for protecting our liberty'

Sen Ted Cruz thanks US armed forces on Veterans Day: 'Thank you for protecting our biggest gift!'

Trump stops rally to honor 100, 105-year-old veterans

President Trump stops rally to honor two 100 year old veterans as crowd goes wild.

Police salute Palmach veteran on her 90th birthday

Police surprise woman who fought in the War of Independence whose birthday is Independence Day.

President Rivlin welcomes injured UK, Israeli vets at residence

Rivlin welcomes some 60 injured vets from the UK and their Israeli counterparts who have taken part in the first Veterans’ Games.

IDF and UK wounded vets - head to head, in sports

100 wounded vets join forces in celebration of family and sport at The Veteran Games and Conference.

Stand with your local community Memorial Day Parade next week

Wounded British, Israeli, vets to compete in week-long event

For the first time: 100 British, Israeli, wounded vets compete in 'The Veteran Games,' while their children receive pro football coaching.

Pictures: Veterans march in Jerusalem to mark victory over Nazis

Hundreds participate in march commemorating 74 years since victory over Nazi Germany.

101-year-old Jewish British World War II vet honored by Queen

Mordaunt Cohen receives Member of the Order of the British Empire, for services to education about World War II.

US aircraft carrier gets a Torah scroll

Son and grandson of World War II army veteran donate Torah scroll to Navy aircraft carrier in his honor.

French Holocaust survivor donates $1 million to aid US veterans

Survivor donates $1 million for US veterans to thank American troops for saving his life during World War II. 'Not too late to give back.'

Wounded IDF vets given a trip to the Hamptons

Belev Echad group gives vets 9-day tour of NYC as expression of gratitude for putting their lives on the line to protect the Jewish State.

Soldier killed in World War II gets Star of David headstone

WWII airman gets Star of David on his headstone 75 years after being shot down.

'Politicians work for us, we don't work for them'

US military vets blast government officials favoring illegal immigrants.

WWII veteran: ‘No cure for anti-Semite, he is born with it’

Jewish World War II veterans receive homage during International Holocaust Remembrance Day ceremony.

Knesset Marks One-Year Anniversary since Protective Edge

Veterans and business owners still seeking compensation from the State to be represented in special series of debates in Knesset.

Chief Rabbi Lau Supports Wounded IDF Veterans

Rabbi Lau, himself an IDF major in reserves, visits IDF rehab center ahead of Memorial Day, gives Torah class.

US Holocaust Memorial Reunites Survivors, Veterans

Holocaust survivors and US soldiers who liberated Nazi death camps came together Monday in what could be last commemoration of its kind.

Israeli Veteran Takes Paralympic Gold

IDF veteran Noam Gershoni wins gold in the men’s tennis singles at the Paralympics.

Veteran Recalls: Jordanian Confusion Led to Jenin Victory

Confusion between Jordanian, Israeli troops led to significant victories in the Six Day War.

Motorcyclists Honor World War II Veterans

Abyss Ghosts MC, a motorcyclists club based in Petah Tikva, honors the veterans of World War II in a special May 9 parade.