Netzach Yehuda

Haredi battalion returns to operational duty after controversy

A month after being removed from duty and sent to training following a series of disciplinary incidents, Netzach Yehudah reservists were returned to operational duty this week.

Special footage: Netzach Yehuda soldiers complete exercise

IDF soldiers from Battalion 941, suspended from operational action following conflict with CNN journalist, complete professional training exercise.

Chief of Staff:

Reserve battalion was not dismissed over CNN incident

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir clarified that the reserve battalion 'Netzah Yisrael' was not dismissed from service due to their altercation.

IDF Reserve Officer:

'Netzah Yehudah incident punishment is collective and excessive'

Brig. Gen. (res.) Ofer Winter says the Chief of Staff went too far in his suspension of the entire battalion from duty.

MKs to Chief of Staff:

'Reinstate Battalion 941 for operational duty immediately'

Dozens of Knesset members sharply criticize the decision to remove Battalion 941 from operational activity, claiming the decision was made in response to a media report.

Chief of Staff on clash with CNN:

'Inappropriate statements from those in uniform'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir explains decision to cease operational activities by haredi reserve battalion, calling their statements 'extremely problematic.'

Following several incidents

The IDF’s move against the haredi reserve battalion

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir decides to remove the entire haredi reserve battalion “Netzach Yisrael" from routine operational activity following confrontation with CNN.

Battalion Commander:

'We don't buy calm in Judea and Samaria, we make it nightly'

Lt. Col. Yossi Levi, commander of Battalion 21, tells Arutz Sheva about his unit's rapid shift from Gaza to Judea and Samaria.

Watch: Haredi battalion completes beret march with shofar-blowing

50 kilometers of faith and remembrance: Netzach Yehuda soldiers complete final beret march in memory of comrades who fell in the war in Gaza.

Combat soldier wounded in Gaza dies of his wounds

Asa'el Ba'abad, a soldier in the Netzach Yehuda Battalion who was wounded a few months ago in Gaza, dies of his wounds.

Netzah Yehuda presents 5 recommendations for haredi draft

Netzah Yehuda submits proposal to Knesset Committee on responsible arrangement for drafting haredim into IDF, including several basic requirements.

Watch: Netzach Yehuda soldiers complete march for their berets

Soldiers from the Netzach Yehuda Battalion complete their beret march, dedicating it to comrades who fell in the recent war.

Netanyahu at Western Wall tunnels:

Combination of Torah and military is source of our strength

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tells Netzach Yehuda soldiers, hesder soldiers, that Israel enables the continuation of Jewish traditions alongside the protection of the country.

Special induction day:

Dozens of Haredim enlist in IDF

Dozens of young Haredim reported to the Tel Hashomer induction center, joining the Netzach Yehuda Battalion, Hashmonaim Brigade, Paratroopers, Givati and Border Police.

Soldiers complete Talmud in honor of fallen comrades

Netzah Yehuda soldiers complete Talmud in memory of the battalion's fallen soldiers; chief rabbis attend ceremony. 'You labor with great dedication, on a sacred mission.'

Bereaved mother:

Moishy's legacy is - don't give up, look at what unites us

Miriam Noll remembers her son, Staff Sergeant Moshe Shmuel Noll, as a joyful soul who overcame learning disabilities and chose to serve with pride, unity, and unwavering dedication.

Co-founder of Haredi battalion:

'Netzach Yehuda isn't just soldiers, it's family'

Rabbi Tzvi Klebanow, President and co-founder of Netzach Yehuda, addresses the grief following deaths of four soldiers, and speaks about the important actvity to help Haredi youth join the army and contribute to the state. Watch and support.

A heart of gold:

Rabbi Amsalem bids farewell to his student killed in Gaza bombing

Rabbi Yitzhak Amsalem, head of the Torat Hachaim Yeshiva, speaks about his student, Moshe Nissim Frech HY”D, who was killed by an explosive device in Gaza.

Netzach Yehuda Commander:

'We lost five of our best, brave fighters"

One day after five soldiers were killed in Beit Hanoun, the Nativ Yehuda Battalion commander honored their bravery, saying they fought with a deep sense of duty to protect Israel.

IDF investigation:

Explosives and ambush fire led to fall of soldiers in Beit Hanoun

Preliminary IDF investigation reveals: Netzach Yehuda soldiers encounter a minefield shortly after entering the area. Terrorists fire at them from an ambush after the mines were detonated.

Terrible night, but we won't break

Wounded Netzah Yehuda soldier recounts deadly tragedy

Yedidya Boskovitz, who was lightly wounded in the incident that claimed the lives of five of his peers, looks back at the incident, but proclaims: 'We will keep going with full force in our fight against evil.'

Moving moment

Father of fallen soldier presents berets to haredi soldiers

Haredi soldiers from the Tomer Company and Netzach Yehuda Battalion completed their training, surrounded by family and rabbis.

From Lebanon to Gaza:

Haredi soldiers celebrate Lag B'Omer

Netzach Yehuda haredi soldiers celebrate Lag B'Omer in honor of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai near the Gaza border, 'warriors with a great soul.'

Haredi battalion eliminates sniper who tried to kill them twice

Yanki Hareshkovitz, a soldier in the haredi Netzach Yehuda battalion, discovered that the terrorist eliminated by the battalion was the same sniper who tried to shoot him twice.

Pioneer:

IDF gets first haredi battalion commander

'I hope that one day young haredim will see me as a role model,' Major (res.) Yossi Levy, soon to become the first haredi battalion commander in the IDF, says.

Chief of Staff calls surprise exercise in Gaza

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir arrives in Gaza, calls surprise exercise. 'We must be ready for any scenario, it's not a question of 'if,' but of 'when' such an attack will happen.'

Chief of Staff to troops:

'Always be ready and alert, you are our stop line'

IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir met with the soldiers of the Netzah Yehuda Battalion and conducted training exercises with them in the field.

Emotional ceremony:

Netzach Yehuda soldiers receive medals of excellence

After combat soldiers excel in exposing terrorist infrastructures and eliminating terrorist squads, battalion commander awards medals for 'fighting spirit, determination and endless dedication.'

Netzach Yehuda soldier fighting for his life

Yisrael Lonberg (19), a soldier from the Netzach Yehuda Battalion, was hit by an RPG in Beit Hanoun while attacking terrorists who killed his friend.

Hours after the tragedy:

Netzach Yehuda commander and soldiers light Hanukkah candles

Netzach Yehuda battalion commander, who lost a soldier in Gaza on Monday, lights Hanukkah candles with his remaining soldiers in Gaza.

Addressing Post-Traumatic Stress in Lone Soldiers

War tragically leaves many physically and mentally affected. For soldiers without the embrace of family support, its scars can run especially deep.

In Gaza, Judea and Samaria:

The haredi battalion's New Year miracle and big catch

A Hamas terrorist in Gaza had a clear shot at the head of a Netzah Yehuda soldier - and missed. In Samaria, the battalion's soldiers caught a car carrying a large amount of ammunition.

US won't sanction Netzach Yehuda battalion

Secretary of State Antony Blinken informs Defense Minister Yoav Gallant that he decided to end the investigation into the IDF’s "Netzach Yehuda" battalion for human rights violations in Judea and Samaria.

Watch:

Torah scroll brought through fence terrorists entered on 10/7

Netzach Yehuda soldiers who left Gaza carried a Torah scroll across the border from Gaza to the battalion synagogue at the Erez base.

Chief of Staff to haredi troops:

'You are pioneers - haredi warriors'

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi spoke with the soldiers of the Netzah Yehuda Battalion and praised them for their work.

Moving video:

Haredi soldiers sing by the grave of their fallen friend

Dozens of soldiers from the haredi Netzah Yehuda Battalion parted from their friend Staff Sergeant Betzalel Zvi Kovach, who succumbed to wounds sustained in battle in the Gaza Strip.

Pray for his recovery:

IDF soldier severely injured northern Gaza

The family of soldier Aharon Sternlib, a resident of Havat Gilad who was severely injured in Gaza, calls for prayers for his recovery: 'Aharon ben Sarah Hendl'

Netzah Yehuda CEO:

'US sanctions an Islamic public relations ploy'

Yossi Levy believes that the saga of American sanctions threats is behind us after the intervention of the president and other factors, and addresses the challenge of recruiting in the Haredi sector.

US accuses 5 IDF units of human rights violations

State Department spokesman Vedant Patel says alleged violations occurred long before the current war, 4 of the 5 units dealt with the matter to America's satisfaction.

Report:

Biden Admin. won't sanction Netzach Yehuda Battalion

US Secretary of State Blinken writes to House Speaker Johnson that in light of Israeli commitment to fix issues in battalion accused of human rights abuses, the battalion will not be sanctioned.

Marco Rubio:

'Biden Admin sanctions on Netzah Yehudah helps Israel's enemies'

Republican Senator accuses administration of 'an effort by President Biden to appease Israel’s enemies, including the antisemitic mobs terrorizing college campuses across America.'

Rabbinate member to US Amb.

'Sanctions on Netzah Yehuda will increase anti-Semitism'

Rabbi Eliezer Simcha Weisz sent a letter to Ambassador Jack Lew petitioning the US plan to impose sanctions on the Netzah Yehuda battalion.

Israel's cautious prediction:

US to back down from Netzah Yehuda sanctions

According to Israeli sources, the Americans were surprised by the Israeli's angry response to reports of the sanctions, and the Israeli pressure is expected to convince the US not to impose them, at least for now.

Before and during the holiday

Netzach Yehuda Battalion operates in northern Gaza

During the operation, the battalion's soldiers dismantled several terrorist infrastructure and shafts in the area.

Blinken:

'No announcement on Netzach Yehuda today, but stay tuned'

US Secretary of State tells reporters an announcement is expected “in the days ahead” on whether to restrict assistance to the IDF's Netzach Yehuda Battalion.

Gallant meets with Netzach Yehuda soldiers

Defense Minister Gallant speaks with soldiers from the "Netzach Yehuda" battalion at the Gaza Strip border: The defense establishment stands behind you.

Gallant and Chief of Staff:

'Sanctions on Netzach Yehuda - not the right path'

Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant speaks to IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi on US intentions to impose sanctions against the IDF’s “Netzach Yehuda” battalion.

Fmr. Ambassador Oren:

'Sanctions on IDF unit will harm the US as well'

Dr. Michael Oren tells Arutz Sheva that on the one hand has to thank the US for the security partnership, but also must fight against the notion of sanctioning Netzach Yehuda.

Minister Gantz to Blinken:

'Sanctions on Netzach Yehuda - a double mistake'

The National Unity Party chair asked the US Secretary of State to reconsider sanctions on the IDF unit since they would hurt Israel's legitimacy and have no justification since Israel has a strong and independent judiciary.

US Rep. Stefanik:

'Biden choosing to appease pro-Hamas faction of Democratic Party'

House Republican Conference Chair Rep. Elise Stefanik said House Republicans will investigate reports that sanctions on the Netzach Yehuda Battalion stem from anti-Israel NGOs.

PM Netanyahu:

'Hamas refused all deals, we will soon hit them hard'

In a pre-Passover address, the Prime Minister commented on US threats to sanction the Netzach Yehuda Battalion: 'I will fight it with all my might.'

IDF Spokesman:

'Netzach Yehuda operates bravely and professionally'

The IDF Spokesman clarified that reports of planned sanctions against the haredi battalion were not known to the IDF and that all incidents were and will be investigated.

The sanctions on 'Netzach Yehuda'

Lapid accused, but forgot one detail

Lapid addressed the sanctions the US is expected to impose on 'Netzach Yehuda' and blamed the ministers Smotrich and Ben-Gvir for responsibility. Online, they reminded him of a detail he forgot on the subject

Labor leader in favor of sanctions: "Dismantle Netzach Yehuda"

MK Merav Michaeli denounced 'Netzach Yehuda' as a 'battalion of 'hilltop youth who see religion as an excuse to attack Arabs'.

Lapid:

'Sanctions against the IDF are the result of government failures'

Opposition leader Yair Lapid claims the sanctions against the Netzach Yehuda battalion are a political failure, not a military one.

Report:

The organization responsible for sanctions on 'Netzach Yehuda'

An organization named DAWN has been active in recent months imposing sanctions on Israeli military personnel. Some of its senior employees are connected to the Muslim Brotherhood.

Report:

USA to sanction IDF battalion

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is expected to sanction the heavily haredi Netzach Yehuda battalion.

Watch: Haredi battalion eliminates terror cells in Beit Hanoun

Dozens of terror targets destroyed, terror cells eliminated, in joint operation in Gaza's Beit Hanoun area.

On their way to Gaza

Watch: Haredi soldiers sing at site of massacre

Soldiers from the Netzah Yehuda Battalion who were en route to join their battalion in Gaza stopped at the scenes of the October 7th massacre to sing and pray.

Nahal Haredi founder:

‘Find an amicable way to recruit haredim’

Brigadier General (res.) Yehuda Duvdevani: ‘Whoever isn’t studying, someone should put a hand on their shoulder and tell them to go do something good for the IDF.’