Reservists

Reservists Party principles: Zionist gov't, draft for everyone, Oct. 7 inquiry - interview

Those who don't serve shouldn't be allowed to run or vote for Knesset, Master Sergeant (Res.) Roy Frank says.

|ByKESHET NEEV
Master Sergeant (Res.) Roy Frank, a founder of the Miluimnikim party.
EFRAIM DUCHMAN of Colel Chabad distributes Eshel food cards to reservists.

High Holy Day lifeline: Colel Chabad stands with needy families of IDF reservists

Uniting tradition with compassion, Israel’s oldest charity delivers financial aid and comfort to households shouldering both service and hardship.

|ByALAN ROSENBAUM
Former minister Yoaz Hendel at the emergency conference of the IDF reservists movement in Tel Aviv, on June 24, 2024.

Yoaz Hendel’s Reservists Party to run in elections, citing October 7 failures

In a statement released by the party, its founders said that those “who took responsibility for the country after October 7, when the government disappeared,” must now step forward.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
IDF soldiers conducting counterterrorism operations in the Gaza Strip, September 14, 2025.

Why we keep going back to fight: IDF reservists on going back to war - opinion

Some reservists are sure about where this war is headed; others are unsure. But they're all absolutely sure of their duty to keep serving.

|BySEVEN IDF RESERVISTS

Survey reveals heavy toll on families of Israel’s army reservists

The ongoing impact of the war in Gaza extends beyond those directly participating in the war efforts.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025ByPESACH BENSON/TPS
An IDF reservist kisses his child before boarding the bus, in Jerusalem, May 2025.

Thousands of Israeli reservists report for duty, as military chief clashes with ministers

Israeli Army Radio said that some 40,000 reservists would report for duty on Tuesday for the Gaza City offensive. The IDF said it was preparing for the intake of reservists ahead of the offensive.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025ByREUTERS
IDF soldiers operating in the Gaza Strip, August 1, 2025.

IDF ramps up massive logistics ops. ahead of Gaza City invasion

As Gaza City becomes the focal point of the conflict, the IDF ramps up logistics, training, and support systems ahead of a major ground offensive.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025ByAMIR BOHBOT, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
IDF soldiers sit on top of tanks at the Gaza border, August 26, 2025

Shorter than a flight to Uman: Take a trip to Mount Herzl instead - opinion

If Rabbi Nachman were alive today, he would recognize the holiness of those who serve, and he would view those buried on Mount Herzl as the holiest of saints, worthy of us all visiting.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025ByYINON AHIMAN
SGT.-MAJ. Betzalel Yehoshua Mosbacher is laid to rest at Mount Herzl Military Cemetery in Jerusalem in July. He succumbed to wounds sustained in battle in the Gaza Strip. Anyone seeking to pray at the graves of the righteous should begin at Mount Herzl, says the writer.

Reservists more resilient than conscripts during Operation Swords of Iron, study finds

New research highlights psychological gap between soldier groups; urges mentoring programs.

AUGUST 31, 2025ByAVIHAI CHIIM
IDF soldier seen walking between two armored vehicles in Gaza, December 20, 2023.

October 7 changed everything, including my life - opinion

October 7 changed everything. From heartbreak to action, one person’s fight to rebuild Israel and unite a nation.

AUGUST 28, 2025ByALON TIRER
Alon Tirer, founder of the Youth Movement of Israel.

IDF Chief Zamir calls on 'everyone' to enlist, 'contribute their share equally'

Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir's comments came amid ongoing discussions regarding how to prevent draft-dodging in Israel's haredi (ultra-Orthodox) communities.

AUGUST 28, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen Eyal Zamir (C), Southern Command Chief Maj.-Gen. Yaniv Asor (R), and Gaza Division Chief Brig.-Gen. Barak Hiram (L), in the Gaza Strip, August 27, 2025.

Israel's trial-by-fire tech boom: A historic opportunity

Forged in conflict, the unique connection between Israel's tech sector and the IDF presents a powerful strategic and economic opportunity that we must seize.

AUGUST 25, 2025ByMAJ.-GEN. (RET.) AMOS YADLIN, YUVAL WEINREB
The Iron Dome air defense missile systems is seen during operational trials conducted following the conclusion Operation Shield and Arrow on May 14, 2023

Good News for IDF Reservists Studying at Tel Aviv University

Full Tuition Scholarships for 180 Undergraduate Students Who Served Over 200 Days in Reserve Duty

AUGUST 24, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Tel Aviv University

'They no longer recognize themselves': The growing crisis among Israel's security forces - opinion

The survey, carried out among 111 participants – including active-duty soldiers, career service members, reservists, and ZAKA volunteers – focused on post-traumatic symptoms.

AUGUST 23, 2025ByGABY KASHY-ROSENBAUM
Tired pensive military man feeling worry and despair overhead view. Psychological trauma and PTSD treatment at therapy session. Tired pensive military man feeling worry and despair overhead view

Tune into today's top stories: UN Sec-Gen calls for Gaza Ceasefire, Reservists mobilize for Gaza op

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Ezra Taylor—the top stories, clear and concise.

AUGUST 21, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST PODCASTS
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres attends a press briefing during the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) at the Centre des Expositions conference centre in Nice, France, June 10, 2025.