'Proud of you': IDF chief Zamir praises rise in Haredi military enlistment
IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir praised the rise in military enlistment of ultra-Orthodox soldiers during a meeting with commanders from the Haredi Hasmonean Brigade at the northern border.
“We are seeing an increase in the enlistment of the ultra-Orthodox into the IDF—both in combat roles and combat support roles. We must continue to replicate the Jonathan Battalion and develop the Hasmonean Brigade into a full combat brigade... I am proud of you and have full confidence in you," Zamir told them.
He said that "one of the lessons we learned from the October 7th massacre is that the IDF must grow, expand, and become stronger. We must increase our reinforcement and build more battalions and brigades capable of operating, defeating the enemy, and defending the State of Israel.”
At the same time, Zamir stressed that the military strives to enable Haredis to serve "while maintaining your way of life. My commanders and I are committed to this and are giving it considerable thought. Your integration into the IDF is vital to the security of the State of Israel and the entire people of Israel.”
