Iron Swords War

The IDF Disabled Veterans Organization appointed Liron Sagi Cohen as its new CEO, succeeding Yossi Mattityahu. She will lead the expansion of rehabilitation systems for Iron Swords War veterans.

The beloved singer announces a new album that has been launched, and talks about the complexity of its creation, and what brought her into the recording studio.

Shlomo Arnon served more than 700 days of reserve duty at Camp Shura and Sde Teiman, and recently collapsed following the traumatic experiences he witnessed. Now his family is fighting for him: "The state and the community need to give him a warm embrace."

The "PTSD Friendly" social project aims to make public spaces and restaurants in Israel accessible to trauma survivors by providing staff training and creating predictable, supportive environments.

The largest real estate deal in Kiryat Shmona since the start of the war: Bank Leumi sold the building that was hit by a missile. Chef Israel Aharoni revealed a new restaurant is on the way, Arkia will continue to fly Hapoel Tel Aviv, and the Femina group is entering the home fashion field.

The Press and Media Council awarded certificates of appreciation to dozens of journalists, photographers, and news personnel for their coverage of the war. Among the winners are military correspondent Lilach Shoval, foreign news editor Dudi Kogan, Tel Aviv and Shfela correspondent Avi Cohen, investigative reporter Itay Ilanai, and photographer Oren Ben Hakoon.

Former IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi appeared at the "Five Fingers" forum to discuss the October 7 failure. His appearance sparked controversy, with Natali Dadon calling for his imprisonment, while the movement's secretary defended the open dialogue.

The total cost of the war represents about 12%–15% of Israel's GDP, an exceptional economic burden. In contrast, American aid, while strategically vital, amounts to less than one-tenth of one percent of the annual US GDP.