I just got back home after another week with my IDF reserves unit.

Our unit has two main responsibilities. The first is providing first aid in emergencies, so we always have doctors and paramedics with us at all times. The second is transporting troops and supplies behind enemy lines, so we have highly skilled drivers who can navigate difficult terrain using night vision gear.

Since October 7, 2023, we’ve served on all fronts, from the northern border to Gaza. In previous rounds, we operated alongside other reserve units.

This time, in Lebanon, we’re working mostly with regular IDF soldiers, young men and women, 19–21 years old. Serving with them has been incredibly inspiring. A couple of nights ago, I had a special encounter with a small team of yeshiva........

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