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Construction in the southern Israeli city of Sderot, July 28, 2025. (Yossi Aloni/FLASH90)
Israel to offer 20,000 discounted homes to IDF reservists in coming years
By Zev Stub
Those selected in lottery could be eligible for discounts of more than $167,000 on a new home; move comes ahead of elections and amid reservists' mounting anger at government
Military correspondent Emanuel Fabian joins host Jessica Steinberg for today's Daily Briefing (ToI)
May 18, 2026, 2:01 pm
Daily Briefing May 18: As personnel crisis looms, IDF needs Knesset legislation
Military correspondent Emanuel Fabian discusses Lebanon ceasefire, Israel’s quiet expansion in Gaza, IDF troop shortage and soldier disciplined for Messiah patch
By Jessica Steinberg and Emanuel Fabian
Soldiers enjoy free meals at Shuva Achim, near the Gaza border, southern Israel, January 5, 2026. (Dror Trabelsi)
May 9, 2026, 7:38 am
Pop-up stop for soldiers on Gaza border draws volunteers from across the globe
Begun by a handful of brothers eager to help fellow Israelis on October 7, 2023, Shuva Achim has become a second home for soldiers and a magnet for anyone visiting the south
By Sue Surkes
An Israeli paraglider is seen over the Gush Etzion area of the West Bank, May 2, 2026. (Social media; used in accordance with Clause 27a of the Copyright Law)
May 2, 2026, 2:40 pm
2 settlers fire at Israeli paraglider, Palestinian homes, in separate incidents
Both are members of West Bank ‘area defense force’ units, made up of reservists; paraglider mistaken for terrorist infiltration; second settler arrested, has weapon confiscated
By Emanuel Fabian
IDF reservists of the 55th Paratroopers Brigade operate in southern Syria, in an image published on November 21, 2025. (Israel Defense Forces)
April 4, 2026, 5:52 am
IDF extends time reservists must serve this year, amid Iran and Hezbollah wars
Reservists to be called up for nine weeks, instead of six weeks in 2026, as military faces mounting manpower shortage
By Emanuel Fabian
A settler rams an ATV into a Palestinian man as he prays in the West Bank, December 25, 2025 (Video screenshot; used in accordance with Clause 27a of the Copyright Law)
December 25, 2025, 11:34 pm
Settler reservist rams ATV into praying Palestinian in West Bank, is detained
Perpetrator earlier fired gun inside village, has been sent to house arrest; five Israelis arrested for throwing stones at Palestinian house, wounding eight-month-old baby
By Noam Lehmann, ToI Staff and Agencies
Eliyahu Yosian attends the annual Jerusalem Conference of the 'Besheva' group in Jerusalem, on February 25, 2024. (Yonatan Sindel/Flash90)
December 8, 2025, 11:56 am
Far-right pundit gives unapproved lecture to soldiers at IDF base
Military says Eliyahu Yosian’s appearance at a base in the West Bank was an ‘error,’ not approved through correct channels
By Emanuel Fabian
Beersheba Deputy Mayor Shimon Tubul appears on a Channel 14 news broadcast on January 22, 2025. (Screenshot/X)
November 19, 2025, 2:15 am
Prosecutors set to indict Beersheba’s deputy mayor for assaulting Bedouin men
City official, apparently angered by Arabic music being played loudly in car, was caught on film beating gas station workers; will have chance to defend himself before charges filed
By Charlie Summers
FILE: A woman holds a child during the funeral procession for an IDF soldier, Moshav Avnei Eitan, Golan Heights, July 27, 2025.(Michael Giladi/Flash90)
November 11, 2025, 5:45 pm
War caused extensive marital, financial strain among reservists’ families, MKs told
Women and equality committee cites statistics showing half of reservist spouses reported harm to their marriage, with a third reporting thoughts of separation or divorce
By Sam Sokol and ToI Staff
A first responder team from Kibbutz Netiv Ha’asara, near the Gaza border, practices long-distance shooting during a fifth training session at the IDF's Tze'elim base, September 25, 2025. (Ari Briggs, Magen48)
October 6, 2025, 7:07 pm
IDF to cut budget for salaries of Gaza border civil defense squads
With so many first-responders back at work, IDF says full-time pay no longer needed; new-look monthly training for 67 security teams progressing
By Sue Surkes
Wounded IDF soldiers arrive for the funeral of a comrade at Mt. Herzl Military Cemetery in Jerusalem, July 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Maya Alleruzzo)
September 14, 2025, 5:02 pm
More than 10,000 IDF soldiers have been treated for mental health issues since Oct. 7
Defense Ministry says 45% of 20,000 wounded soldiers have physical injuries, 35% have PTSD or other mental ailments, and 20% are suffering both physically and mentally
By Emanuel Fabian
Military shoes are handed out amid a massive IDF reservist call-up on September 2, 2025. (Israel Defense Forces)
September 2, 2025, 5:26 pm
Tens of thousands of reservists drafted ahead of Gaza City takeover, but turnout down
Many say they’ll show up but lament strain on families and collapsing businesses, call on Haredi men to share burden; over 300 sign letter vowing they won’t take part in ‘illegal war’
By ToI Staff, Stav Levaton and Charlie Summers
Israeli reserve soldiers take part in a military drill in the northern Israeli city of Kiryat Shmona, June 18, 2024. (Ayal Margolin/ Flash90)
August 22, 2025, 7:43 am
Reporting back for duty: Older reservists step up in Israel’s time of need
In the wake of October 7, hundreds of civilians over 50 return to IDF service, providing both manpower and mentorship in the nation’s longest war
By Stav Levaton
Retired and reserve Israeli Air Force pilots rally outside of the Kirya military headquarters in protest of the security cabinet decision to conquer Gaza City, August 12, 2025. (Danor Aharon/Pro-Democracy Protest Movement)
August 19, 2025, 8:44 pm
As Gaza war drags on, some reservists increasingly lose faith in Netanyahu’s motives
With turnout less than half of war’s start, some are losing patience: ‘This war is entirely political,’ says one, arguing PM’s political survival is what drives decisions
By Reuters and ToI Staff
Tamir (left) and Eyal Locker (right). (Courtesy)
August 14, 2025, 1:55 pm
Father and twin brother of fallen soldier join forces on the front line in his honor
When 19-year-old Ori Locker fell in combat on Oct. 7, his father, Eyal, and twin brother, Tamir, channeled their grief into action, choosing to serve together in the IDF reserves
By Stav Levaton
Illustrative: IDF soldiers are seen in the Gaza Strip in a handout photo released August 4, 2025. (Israel Defense Forces)
August 5, 2025, 2:14 am
IDF to stop extending deployment of conscripts, will keep special forces on for longer
Army to address resulting shortfall in troop numbers by bringing in more reserve soldiers, for whom government announces new tax benefits amid growing complaints of fatigue
By Emanuel Fabian and Nava Freiberg
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