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Reservists Party launches national PTSD recovery plan for those impacted by war, October 7

Hendel presented the main points of the national post-trauma plan during a Sunday press conference alongside members of the Reservists Party who were wounded physically and mentally in combat. 

Reservists Party leader Yoaz Hendel presents national PTSD recovery plan after October 7, May 10, 2026.
Gav Lalochem is touring the US to rally support from the American Jewish Diaspora in helping IDF veterans reintegrate into civilian life after serving in combat.

NGO Gav Lalochem seeks US Diaspora support to aid reintegration of IDF combat veterans

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IDF reservists created 150 new startups during last year, innovation program reveals

IDF  combat engineering battalion 603 commander Lt.-Col. "R.

Hind Rajab Foundation targets IDF vet in Sri Lanka in first US-citizen case


Israeli reform for soldiers suffering from PTSD moves forward

Most recently, disabled IDF veteran Itzik Saidian, who was suffering from PTSD following his service, sparked protest among Israelis regarding the inadequate treatment IDF soldiers receive.

IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kohavi meets with family of disabled veteran Itzik Saidian

Singer Idan Amedi visits IDF veteran Itzik Saidian at the hospital

At Saidian's bedside, Amedi chose to play the song "Nigmar," a song he wrote during his military service, which describes how Israeli society reacted to the end of the 2008-2009 war in Gaza.

IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kohavi meets with family of disabled veteran Itzik Saidian

Hundreds of disabled IDF veterans protest by Knesset, Defense Ministry

Promised reforms for the rights of disabled veterans have been stalled as the Finance and Defense ministries squabble over budget.

Israeli veterans and disabled IDF soldiers protest outside the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, for better financial and medical aid and support,  May 5, 2021.

Blood donation event honoring Itzik Saidyan to save lives of 1,500

Former IDF Golani soldier who lit himself on fire about two weeks ago is still in critical condition • another soldier's commander "infuriated" at his being denied support 3 years after fighting

An Israeli soldier donates blood for Itzik Saidian at the Sheba Medical Center in Ramat Gan, April 28, 2021.

Gantz scrutinizes Israel's rehab division after IDF vet self-immolated

During a tour of the Haifa rehabilitation division, Defense Minister Benny Gantz identified some urgent issues that will be addressed by the team working to reform the state's rehab facilities.

IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kohavi meets with family of disabled veteran Itzik Saidian

Disabled IDF veterans protest as Saidian remains in critical condition

Caregivers announce that they would be holding a full strike of services until the Defense Ministry fixes issues with their working conditions.

A protest by disabled IDF veterans in Tel Aviv, April 18, 2021

Gantz discusses reforming IDF Disabled Veterans Department

Following disabled IDF vet's self-immolation outside of the Ministry of Defense, Disabled Army Veterans Organisation meets with Defense Minister Benny Gantz to discuss reforming the system

IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kohavi meets with family of disabled veteran Itzik Saidian

Defense Ministry to probe case of IDF vet who self-immolated

Kohavi: "I wish a speedy, complete recovery to Itzik Saidian, a former Golani Brigade soldier who is hospitalized in serious condition" • A friend: "I blame the Rehabilitation Division directly

IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kohavi meets with family of disabled veteran Itzik Saidian

Grapevine March 7, 2021: A taste of Thai

Movers and shakers in Israeli society

DAN KLEIMAN (left), Adi Strauss and Eran Weintrob.

Why did the Golani Brigade commander burn a platoon's flags and symbols?

One former staff sargeant said he recognized his strap and several of the flags in the pictures, adding that he believed the incident was disrespectful to past generations and fallen soldiers.

Golani soldiers during their swearing in ceremony at the Western Wall.