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IDF to start awarding medals for sacrifice, heroism to soldiers who fought in October 7 battles

The goal, the statement explained, is to recognize "the extraordinary acts of heroism performed during the battles, thereby preserving and passing on the legacy of heroism in combat."

 An IDF soldier looks at the destruction in Kibbutz Kfar Aza, one of the hardest-hit communities in the October 7 onslaught by Hamas.
Israel is set to ramp up security checks on pilots flying into the country, a spokesperson for the prime minister's office said, after it said a co-pilot on a flydubai flight to Tel Aviv had stabbed the pilot and attempted to crash the plane.  The dramatic incident was only defused after passengers

Herzog says he will recommend Israelis who aided in flydubai attack for medal for civilian heroism

President Herzog at the Presidential Medal of Honor ceremony, on Sunday, September 6.

Herzog awards Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor to 11 distinguished figures

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Israeli’s computer science olympiad gold medal revoked after displaying flag at awards ceremony


A golden run, a bronze finish, and another proud day for Israeli long distancers

For Ayale, the result was the reward for months of preparation and belief.

GASHAU AYALE celebrates while draped in the Israeli flag after winning the bronze medal in the marathon and helping Israel capture the European men’s team title.

Israel wraps up successful World Jiu-Jitsu Championships with multiple medals

Israel’s younger athletes also excelled, with Guy Torres crowned under-18 world champion in the No-Gi competition.

 ISRAELI JIU-JITSU medalist Maya Bachar celebrates her successful World Championships campaign in Abu Dhabi, where the Israel delegation won medals across multiple age groups and weight categories.

Prof. Uriel Reichman to receive the Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor

Prof. Reichman has spent decades promoting the values of freedom, responsibility, democracy, and Zionism, driven by a profound commitment to Israeli society

Prof. Uriel Reichman, founding president and chairman of the Board of Reichman University

Israeli students earn 13 medals, including five gold, at global Science Olympiads

Israeli students earned 13 medals, including five golds, at international physics, biology, and chemistry Olympiads held worldwide in July.

Israel's science teams conclude olympiad season with record 26 medals.

'Strength of next generation': Israeli youth bridge teams claim three European silver medals

The achievement follows the two bronze medals recently won by Israel’s Open and Mixed Pairs teams at the European Championship for senior national teams.

ISRAEL'S UNDER-16 national bridge team poses following a silver-medal finish at the European Championship in Latvia.

Israelis win gold, silver at iQFOiL European windsurfing championship

The championship website, in discrepancy with Hebrew media, stated that, while Steinberg won gold, Tibi came in third and took the bronze medal.

TAMAR STEINBERG, European windsurfing champion.

President Herzog presents Argentina's Milei with Presidential Medal of Honor

President Isaac Herzog presented Argentina’s President Javier Milei with Israel’s Presidential Medal of Honor, recognizing his strong support, particularly in securing the return of hostages.

President Isaac Herzog awards his Argentinian counterpart Javier Milei with the Presidential Medal of Honor, Jerusalem, April 20, 2026.

President Herzog to award Argentina's Javier Milei with Presidential Medal of Honor

The medal is awarded to those who have made an exceptional contribution to Israel or humanity through their talent, service, or other means, the President's Office said.

Argentinian President Javier Milei and Israeli President Isaac Herzog tour in Kibbutz Nir Oz, southern Israel, February 8, 2024.

US soldier who protected Jews in POW camp during WWII to be awarded Medal of Honor

The Medal of Honor ceremony is scheduled for March 2, 2026.

Master Sgt. Roddie Edmonds is being awarded a Medal of Honor in 2026 for his bravery in protecting Jewish troops in World War II.

Israel makes waves, wins three medals at Pickleball World Cup

Team Israel made a stunning debut at the Pickleball World Cup in Florida, defeating the reigning world champions and winning one gold and two silver medals.

 MANY FORMER tennis stars, such as Andre Agassi, have taken up pro pickleball.