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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.

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

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

12/01/2025

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.

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.

08/01/2025

Hannaton launches new campus for lone soldiers

The first-of-its-kind program offers lone soldiers shared living with pre-military academy students, providing comprehensive support and community throughout their service.

 From left: FIDF CEO Steven Weil, Minister of Transportation Miri Regev, Nefesh B’Nefesh Co-Founder

Fast lane for lone soldiers: Nefesh B’Nefesh and FIDF host driver’s license conversion day

Hundreds of lone soldiers and National Service volunteers converted their licenses in one day, thanks to Nefesh B’Nefesh, FIDF, and Israel’s Ministry of Transport.

Finding her way home: A Jewish-Korean immigrant's experience in paving a future in Israel

Tamar Shoshan, a new immigrant and future lone soldier, embodies the qualities of patience and perseverance through her journey from New York to Israel.

Only 500 of the 13,000 lone reservists have received mental health support since Oct. 7

The war is also taking a psychological toll on thousands of lone soldiers, most of whom need mental health support.

By DR. ITAI GAL
06/12/2024

Kevin Spacey makes surprise trip to Israel, visits soldiers, sites of Oct. 7 massacre

The actor also gave a two-hour masterclass at the Nissan Nativ Acting Studio in Tel Aviv.

NBN, FIDF hosts Thanksgiving dinner for Lone Soldiers, National Service volunteers

FIDF partnered with The Michael Levin Base to host over 300 soldiers and volunteers at the NBN Aliyah Campus in Jerusalem.

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