Reserves

Lessons from war:

IDF establishes new “David” reserve Brigades

Five new brigades established with purpose of carrying out defensive missions along Israel's various borders, according to the operational needs.

We are going to the IDF Reserves

All those who fear that prolonged reserve duty will cause marital and family tensions and financial or psychological problems should become familiar with the words of Maimonides.

Do you know who the oldest active IDF reservist is? You should

Israel's greatest living folk hero put on his IDF uniform at the age of 95 or perhaps he never stopped wearing it. Meet Ezra Yachin. Op-ed.

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IDF prepares to go on offense

IDF reserve units have astounding turnout rate of 120% as military prepares for offensive against Hamas in Gaza.

Reserves Commander:

'Refusals to report for IDF duty are not widespread'

Brigadier-General Benny Ben Ari says IDF competence not hampered by antigovt. protests, problem largely restricted to air force.

Herzog to reservists:

'Refusal to serve is out of bounds'

Pres. at ceremony for outstanding reserve units: We have one country and we have one army that must remain above all political controversy.

IDF Reserves

Chief Reserve Officer: "Everyone will come to serve"

Brigadier General (Res.) Benny Ben Ari: "It is very dangerous to say: I protest so much that I am ready not to answer the call to reserves."

Reservists rejecting refusal:

1,600 officers pen letter to IDF Chief of Staff: We're here

'Political entities are exploiting the IDF, sullying the good name of reservists to create chaos.'

Judicial reform:

Senior reserves officer dismissed for encouraging refusal

IDF Chief of Staff cites 'crisis of trust' as he approves decision to demote officer in elite unit.

Are the IDF Reserves ready for war?

IDF has failed to meet obligation to report to government on state of readiness of reserves for the past three years.

IDF: Only vaccinated and recovered eligible for reserves

IDF says "Reservists are required to present the green badge on the day of reception."

Netanyahu makes surprise visit to army base

Prime minister and chief of staff arrive for surprise inspection of reserve division's emergency supply depot. 'Readiness here is good."

Emergency and Readiness training for Samaria Reserves Battalion

The battalion commanders from the various communities practiced emergency scenarios and readiness ability to operate in any emergency event.

Watch: How does IDF commander tell his soldiers he is a father?

Reservists make up 71% of IDF forces.

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Discrimination against soldiers - with Defense Ministry approval

Reserve soldiers living in Judea and Samaria cannot enjoy benefits entitled to them if their community contains less than 5,000 people.

A reservist all year round

Major Moshe Katz serves 100 days of reserve duty a year. When not serving, he helps other reservists cope with their combat experiences.

Tel Aviv the city with most reservists

IDF celebrates reserves pending 'Reserves Appreciation Day.' 'Reservists are an elite group, and need to be treated that way.'

Cabinet Issues 'Limited' Call-Up of IDF Reserves

Limited call-up to include Home Front and Air Force reservists, despite "low" likelihood of a Syrian strike on Israel.

IDF Calls Sudden Major Exercise in North

Threats from Lebanon, Syria lead IDF to call sudden major drill in the north.

Freshman MK Called Away for Tank Duty

MK Shmuli misses his planned first speech in Knesset to serve in tank unit.

Ceasefire or Ground Invasion

Video: Reservists Gear Up for Gaza Ground Incursion

Reservists explain how they left their families to help mobilize for a possible ground invasion in Gaza. A truce may scratch the plan.

Israel Takes Over Hamas TV Programming

The Israeli army took over Hamas TV programming "to broadcast warnings” on the sixth day of Pillar of Defense.

100 Officers to PM: We'll Follow Your Orders on Iran

Letter is a response to letter from academicians who asked that soldiers disobey Iran attack order.

Nasty Surprise for PA Thieves: Driver a Soldier

An Arab carjacking gang got a nasty surprise when what looked like a female driver turned out to be an armed reserves soldier.

Sinai Anarchy to mean More IDF Reserves

IDF reservists will be called up more frequently as soldiers are moved to Israel’s south over Sinai terrorism.

With UN Speeches Over, Reservists Head Home

With fears of massive PA riots past, IDF reservists head home for the holidays.