Reservists

IDF backtracks after widespread texts for reservists to reimburse gov't vacation vouchers

The military’s retraction letter followed reports of text messages sent nationwide on Tuesday, informing reservists using government vouchers to return the money.

IDF soldiers operate in the Gaza Strip, August 2, 2025.
 An IDF soldier walks near the Israel-Gaza border, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in southern Israel, December 31, 2023.

IDF reservists seeking trauma treatment up 1000%, unit cmdr. tells 'Post' - exclusive

 Bereaved families, friends and Israeli soldiers visit the graves of fallen soldier during Remembrance Day which commemorates the fallen Israeli soldiers and victims of terror at Mount Herzl Military Cemetery in Jerusalem on April 30, 2025.

'War has consequences': IDF admits increased soldier suicide rate connected to war

 Israeli children in a religious primary school attend their first day of school on September 1, 2023.

Israel must view academia as fulfilling a strategic role in the national recovery process - opinion


New poll shows Bennett-led opposition could oust coalition

The survey shows the current coalition receiving 49 seats, compared to 61 for the opposition bloc led by Bennett, while Gantz's Blue and White party is expected to be just above the threshold.

 (L-R) Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Former Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennett, Opposition Leader and Yesh Atid Chairman Yair Lapid.

Hackers post stills from Evyatar David hostage video, Hamas delegation visits Turkey

Hamas delegation visits Turkey • Syria forms committee to investigate clashes in Sweida • Anti-Zionist Israeli-American Jew onboard the Handala interviewed

 Members of Hamas with the backdrop of the Gaza Strip, amid reports that Hamas has lost control of much of its territory.

Two MKs urge Katz to recognize Roi Wasserstein, reservist who died by suicide, as fallen soldier

In separate letters, the MKs described Wasserstein's extensive combat service during he ongoing Israel-Hamas war and the severe psychological toll it took on him.

Roi Wasserstein, 24, an off-duty IDF reservist who committed suicide on July 30, 2025.

The uneven burden of military service - opinion

One of the most significant problems in this country is the uneven burden of service, and reservists are increasingly frustrated.

THE WRITER’S IDF Unit – Palmar – medevacs a wounded soldier from Gaza. It doesn’t just affect soldiers who are serving; it impacts the entire family unit, notes the writer.

Reservists? You received a NIS 300,000 discount on an apartment from Amram Avraham

Amram Avraham is launching a broad campaign in collaboration with the Behatsdaa club, offering significant discounts on projects across the country.

Residential project in Ashdod - Amram Avraham

IDF reservist found dead in southern Israel

The soldier had previously served in the Military Rabinate in a position identifying soldiers killed in battle. 

 IDF troops operate in the Gaza Strip, July 20, 2025; illustrative.

New haredi draft proposal by reservist NGOs gains traction on Knesset, still no clear framework

According to the proposal, all haredi men will receive draft summons and be required to serve in the IDF, although the outline does not explain why it would be limited to men.

 Ultra-Orthodox Jews clash with police outside the IDF Recruitment Center at Tel Hashomer, central Israel, April 28, 2025

Reservist M.-Sgt. Vladimir Loza killed in combat in southern Gaza

Walla reported that in the incident where Loza was killed, a building in Rafah collapsed following an explosion, and the military is investigating the event. 

Master Sergeant Vladimir Loza, age 36 from Ashkelon, was killed in combat in southern Gaza, the IDF said on Tuesday.

Addressing trauma before the battle: PTSD in IDF soldiers - opinion

To be effective, PTSD intervention must occur as close to the traumatic event as possible to prevent it from becoming entrenched.

An IDF soldier sits on a beach in Tel Aviv

IDF kills Hezbollah terrorist in s. Lebanon, IDF announces death of St.-Sgt. Amit Cohen

Guterres 'appalled' by conditions in Gaza • Bedouin civilians leave Syria's Sweida as tense truce holds • Rocket sirens in Nir Am false alarm, IDF says • IDF tanks enter Deir al-Balah

Hezbollah lawmaker Hassan Fadlallah visits Bint Jbeil, after a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah took effect, in southern Lebanon, November 27, 2024.

IDF to reduce reserve call-up orders following large drafts of non-essential roles

The directive comes amid growing internal and public complaints that administrative and rear-echelon reservists were being called up without taking part in meaningful assignments.

 IDF soldiers operating in the Gaza Strip, July 17, 2025.