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US father of slain Border Police officer branded as k*** in antisemitic rant by neighbor

Lubin said that when he was putting up stickers on public signs to honor his late daughter, "I heard her say, your daughter deserved to die and called me a k***."

Dunwoody, Atlanta, Georgia, where abuse against father of a lone IDF soldier occurred.
Dekel's father, Moshe Suissa, planting a palm tree near the house

Palm Tree Planting in Memory of Lieutenant Dekel Suissa z"l

An IDF soldier sits on a beach in Tel Aviv

Lone soldiers need support framework for mental health, Knesset com'tee meeting stresses

For an entire day, these American women dedicated themselves to making Sylvia’s apartment habitable—scrubbing and cleaning as they deciphered labels on Israeli cleaning products.

Beyond the headlines: An American hug in a Bat Yam apartment - opinion


IDF lone reservists face challenges in lengthy service since October 7 - WATCH

Far from their families, facing logistical and emotional hurdles, and torn from their regular lives, lone reservists are left to face these with less institutional support.

 Over 150 lone soldiers join the IDF through Garin Tzabar Scouts program.

Lone soldier saves life of Massachusetts doctor with stem cell donation

The lone soldier who made aliyah from California had only just turned 23 when she received the call telling her someone needed her stem cells.

Maya Ben Yitzhak, a lone soldier from Chicago, saved the life of a 64-year-old Massachusetts woman after she donated her bone marrow

Thousands honor fallen lone soldiers in Jerusalem Memorial on Israel’s Remembrance Day

Ceremony honors 43 Lone Soldiers who fell since October 7, bringing together families, friends, and leaders in tribute

  The ceremony honored the 43 Lone Soldiers who fell since October 7

Remembering Eli Kay, a hero made of simple choices

From South Africa to Jerusalem, Eli Kay lived with heart and purpose. His legacy now blooms in a vineyard planted in his honor.

 Eli Kay.

'Operation Hug' brings families of lone soldiers together during Israel-Hamas War

Since its launch in 2023, "Operation Hug" has facilitated more than 1,200 reunions between lone soldiers serving in the IDF and their parents, who traveled to Israel from 64 countries.

 Over 150 lone soldiers join the IDF through Garin Tzabar Scouts program.

Remembering their journey, honoring their sacrifice

The stories of two Masa alumni who gave their lives in Israel’s defense remind us of the deep bonds between global Jewry and the State of Israel.

 Ronny Ganizate, z”l

Crucible of war: How Oct. 7 changed the lives of lone soldiers and ‘olim’

IDF lone soldiers and olim share stories with the Magazine about how October 7 and the Israel-Hamas War impacted their lives.

 IDF troops operate in the Gaza Strip. July 25, 2024.

Israel to establish first-ever national memorial for lone soldiers

Israel is set to establish its first national memorial dedicated to lone soldiers, foreign-born troops who serve in the Israel Defense Forces without immediate family in the country.

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The morals and values of lone soldiers in the IDF should inspire us all - opinion

Through their actions, lone soldiers are writing new chapters in the story of Israel’s rebirth in the current Second War of Independence.

 PARTICIPANTS IN the Garin Tzabar program visit ANU: The Museum of the Jewish People.

Over 150 lone soldiers join the IDF through Garin Tzabar Scouts program

"We all salute them for their choice and see it as a true fulfillment of Zionism," said CEO of Tzofim Tzabar Olami, Daniel Amira.

 Over 150 lone soldiers join the IDF through Garin Tzabar Scouts program.

IDF to recognize lone soldier reservists, provide benefits and support

Nearly 8,000 reservists who were lone soldiers in their regular service will receive this status and benefits, including gift cards, subsidized flights and mental healthcare.

 Representatives of lone soldier organizations and other officials at a Knesset committee meeting on lone reservists