Netzach Yehuda

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.’

The importance of Nahal Haredi - now, more than ever

The Jewish nation is in physical and existential danger. We need the haredi soldiers now more than ever, to lead the charge against those who mean to kill and destroy us, and to uproot us from the land of our heritage and destiny.

36 hours and 5 countries to reach IDF reserve duty

Shuki Salzman was exempt from reserve service but was willing to undertake an exhausting trip to do his part after the October 7th massacre.

Satmar Rebbe:

'Not one soldier should be without food for Shabbat'

IDF soldiers left without supplies for Shabbat were surprised to receive a lavish donation from members of the anti-Zionist sect.

Haredi soldiers begin first ground offensive in Gaza

Some of the soldiers have been in combat deployments for 90 consecutive days, both around Gaza and in Judea and Samaria.

Philanthropist praises haredi soldiers while receiving award

David Hager, philanthropist dedicated to haredi soldiers, receives President's Badge. 'Badge belongs to the brave haredi soldiers.'

Religious soldiers ask to leave event with female singers

Religious soldiers requested not to be required to remain in an event with female singers, which is forbidden under Jewish law.

Nahal Haredi:

US haredi philanthropist David Hager honored by President Herzog

President Herzog awards businessman and long-time supporter of haredi soldiers David Hager with volunteer service award.

IDF soldier arrested while smuggling PA Arabs in his car

Off-duty Netzah Yehuda battalion suspected of illegally transporting 2 Arabs into Israel illegally

IDF General:

'Those who condemn haredi soldiers have an agenda'

d Maj. Gen. (res.) Nadav Padan says in closed meeting in Austin, Texas that haredi soldiers not more likely to engage in improper conduct.

First-ever haredi hesder yeshiva enters 2nd year of operation

Netzach David, Israel's first-ever haredi hesder yeshiva, enters second year of operation, integrating Torah learning with combat service.

200 young haredi men enlist in IDF

The young men will be integrated into both combat and non-combat jobs

Haredi IDF veterans to secure civilian areas

'Nahal Haredi soldiers proved themselves battle-worthy in combat, are now stepping up to the plate as citizens, to help secure the public.'

Memorial evening for haredi community honors fallen soldiers

Over 1,000 participate in memorial event for fallen soldiers, tailored to the haredi community.

Meet the new Haredi recruits of the Netzah Yehuda Battalion

13 Haredi youth enlisted in the IDF last Wednesday and were assigned to one squad at the Netzah Yehuda Battalion training base.

'Soldiers in IDF's haredi battalion are contemporary Maccabees'

Minister of Defense and Chief of Staff light Hanukkah candles with haredi soldiers.

Haredi lone soldiers get new home in Jerusalem

'Yuval's House' established by Netzah Yehuda Organization in honor of fallen soldier will provide warm home for other haredi soldiers.

In one hour: IDF soldiers complete tractate of Talmud

Watch: Soldiers in the IDF's Netzach Yehuda battalion celebrate conclusion of Talmudic tractate - after completing it in one hour.

Netzach Yehuda soldiers light Hanukkah candles at attack site

Candle lighting held at site of terror attack 2 years ago during which 2 soldiers were murdered and a third was seriously wounded.

Watch: Fighters seize weapons in Palestinian Arab village

Fighters from the haredi Netzah Yehuda Battalion confiscated a gun in Palestinian Arab village of Al-Mazra'a ash-Sharqiya.

Haredi soldiers recite mourner's prayer for coronavirus victims

Jews from Israel & abroad can send names of relatives to soldiers who are permitted to pray in the required quorum of ten.

Watch: US haredim celebrate completing Talmud with IDF soldiers

Soldiers in IDF's Netzach Yehuda Battlion celebrate completion of daily Talmud cycle, together with American haredim.

'I'm proud to be a haredi combat soldier in the IDF'

Hundreds of haredi combat soldiers participated in an event marking the 20th anniversary of the establishment of haredi combat units.

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