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Two Years of Life-Saving Impact

As we mark two years since October 7, Israel Friends reflects on 746+ days of courage, innovation, and relentless action.

From the frontlines to recovery centers, your support has fueled life-saving aid, advanced technology, and trauma care for those who defend and rebuild Israel every day.

Our 2-Year Impact Report tells the story of what we have built together — lives protected, families healed, and a nation made stronger through resilience and unity.

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Some gifts are opened once.

Others create a lasting impact.

This Father’s Day, honor the man who helped shape your life with a tribute gift that helps protect Israel’s heroes and support families facing the realities of war and terror.

When you donate in his honor, we’ll send him a special Father’s Day email letting him know a gift was made in his name.

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#FathersDay #HonorDad #IsraelFriends #StandWithIsrael

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Ballistic missiles launched from Iran have sent more than 3 million Israelis into shelters, disrupting daily life and forcing families to seek safety.

For most of us, a siren is a sound.

For Israelis, it’s a countdown.

A countdown to reach shelter.
A countdown to protect loved ones.
A countdown that has become part of everyday life.

When seconds matter, preparation saves lives.

We stand with Israel and the millions of civilians facing these threats in real time.

🇮🇱 #StandWithIsrael #Israel #AmYisraelChai #IsraelUnderAttack

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The IDF has announced that Master Sergeant (Res.) Haim Kalomiti, 55, from Tzur Natan, a regional defense soldier in the 8881st Battalion of the Ephraim Brigade, was killed in a terror attack in the area of Tzur Natan.

Our hearts are with Haim’s family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time.

May his memory forever be a blessing. 🕯️

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The IDF announced the deaths of two soldiers who fell in separate operational activities in southern Lebanon.

Captain Shahar Gamla, 23, from Natur, a deputy company commander in the Egoz Unit of the Commando Brigade, succumbed to wounds sustained after being severely injured during combat.

Sergeant Ohad Yaari, 21, from Rehovot, a soldier in the Shaked Battalion of the Givati Brigade, fell during operational activity in the area.

Two lives dedicated to the defense of Israel, taken far too soon.

We send our deepest condolences, prayers, and strength to their families, friends, and fellow soldiers during this difficult time.

May their memories be a blessing. 🕯️

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The IDF announced that Captain Eitan Shmuel Lemberg, 21, from Mishmar HaShiv’a, an officer in the Armored Corps’ 75th Battalion of the 7th Brigade, fell in combat in southern Lebanon.

According to initial reports, a Hezbollah operative fired an anti-tank missile at an Israeli tank operating north of the Litani River.

We send our deepest condolences, prayers, and strength to Eitan’s family, friends, and fellow soldiers during this heartbreaking time.

May his memory be a blessing.

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🏆 We are honored to share that Israel Friends has been awarded the Heroes of Israeli Society Award by the Israel Zionist Council, the World Zionist Organization, and KKL-JNF.

This recognition reflects the impact made possible by our incredible community. Since October 7, together we have helped deliver critical equipment, logistical support, and life-saving aid to IDF soldiers and combat forces on the front lines.

This award belongs to every donor, partner, volunteer, and supporter who has stood with Israel during its time of greatest need. Thank you for making this work possible.

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🔗 TPS-IL: https://t.co/Kez7qMTXKT

📸 Photo Credit: Gideon Markowicz/TPS-IL

#IsraelFriends #StandWithIsrael #IsraelHeroes #AmYisraelChai #SupportIsrael #IsraelStrong #IDF #WorldZionistOrganization

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June is PTSD Awareness Month.

For many, trauma is a moment in time.

For thousands of Israelis, it is something they carry every day.

Since October 7, countless soldiers, survivors, first responders, and families have faced unimaginable loss, fear, and uncertainty. While some wounds are visible, others remain hidden long after the headlines fade.

PTSD can affect sleep, relationships, work, and everyday life. But with the right support, healing is possible.

At Israel Friends, we are committed to helping provide access to trauma care and recovery programs that offer hope, healing, and a path forward for those impacted by war and terror.

This month, we honor the resilience of those living with trauma and stand with them on their journey toward healing.

#PTSDAwarenessMonth #MentalHealthAwareness #IsraelFriends #PTSDRecovery #HealingTrauma #SupportIsrael #MentalHealthMatters

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Capt. Dr. Ori Yosef Silvester, a physician with the Givati Brigade’s Shaked Battalion from Tel Aviv, was killed while serving in southern Lebanon.

Dr. Ori was struck by a Hezbollah FPV (first-person view) drone attack—one of the increasingly deadly threats facing Israeli soldiers today. In the same incident, multiple IDF officers and soldiers were wounded and evacuated for medical treatment.

A dedicated physician, officer, and protector, Dr. Ori devoted his life to caring for others, even in the most dangerous circumstances.

May his memory be a blessing. 🕯️

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The IDF announced that Staff Sgt. Adam Tzarfati, 20, from Rosh HaAyin, was killed in a Hezbollah drone attack in southern Lebanon.

Adam served in the Maglan Unit of the Commando Brigade, dedicating himself to the defense of Israel and its people.

We send our deepest condolences and love to his family, friends, and all who knew him during this heartbreaking time.

May his memory be a blessing.

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As Jewish American Heritage Month comes to a close, we celebrate not only where we came from, but where we’re going ✡️🇺🇸

From every background, every family story, and every corner of the world, Jewish journeys continue to come together through shared history, resilience, pride, and community.

We carry the generations before us while continuing to build the future ahead– with strength, dignity, and hope.

Proud of our past. Even prouder of our future.

#AmericanJewishHeritageMonth #JewishHistory #JewishPride

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The IDF announced that Staff Sergeant Michael Tyukin, 21, from Ashkelon, a soldier in the Givati Reconnaissance Battalion (846th), Givati Brigade, fell in combat in southern Lebanon.

Michael made aliyah from Ukraine with his mother six years ago and was an only child.

A young man who chose to build his future in Israel, Michael gave his life defending the people and country he called home.

We send our deepest condolences, love, and strength to his mother, family, friends, and all who knew him during this heartbreaking time.

May his memory be a blessing. 🕯️

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In Israel today, the challenge isn’t just awareness.
It’s understanding how trauma actually shows up.

Not always in obvious ways.
Not always in moments you expect.

It can look like exhaustion.
Irritability.
Silence.
Disconnection.

If we want to truly support those living through it, we have to start by recognizing it.

This month, we’re focusing on exactly that.

#mentalhealthawarenessmonth

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The IDF announced the death of Sgt. Rotem Yanai, 20, from Givat Ada, who was killed by an explosive drone launched by Hezbollah during operational activity in northern Israel.

Rotem served as a service conditions NCO in the 435th Battalion of the Givati Brigade– a young woman who dedicated herself to supporting the soldiers around her during one of Israel’s most difficult times.

May her memory be a blessing.

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We are heartbroken by the loss of Alex Miller, 23, a former IDF combat soldier originally from the United States.

An only child, Alex received special permission to enlist as a lone soldier. In 2022, he was wounded in a terror attack while serving in Judea and Samaria. Despite undergoing a difficult rehabilitation process, he chose to return to military service alongside his unit.

Since October 7, he also endured the loss of a close friend in combat and, like many soldiers, struggled with post-traumatic stress connected to his service.

Alex tragically took his own life after a painful struggle with PTSD.

The end of service is not the end of the fight– many soldiers and veterans continue to face the lasting effects of trauma long after they return home.

May his memory be a blessing.

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We want to hear what comes to mind first for you 👇

Jewish identity looks different for everyone and that’s what makes it beautiful.

The memories, traditions, people, values, and stories we carry all become part of something bigger.

#AmericanJewishHeritageMonth #JewishHistory #JewishPride

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They walked out of Nova alive.
But not whole.

For many survivors, the music stopped — but the trauma didn’t. What they saw, heard, and ran through didn’t stay there. It followed them home.

PTSD, flashbacks, anxiety, silence, fear — invisible scars from a day that should never have happened.

Survival didn’t end on October 7. It continues every day after.

This is why we keep fighting for their mental health.
For care. For healing. For support that lasts.

Support Nova survivors’ trauma care:
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#NovaSurvivors #MentalHealthAwareness #PTSDRecovery #NeverForget

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Some gave their tomorrow so others could have today.

On Memorial Day, we honor all American soldiers, past and present, who served with courage and sacrifice. We remember those who fell this year while standing alongside Israel in the fight against terrorism and in defense of innocent lives.

Each one was a name, a family, a future, and a story that must never be forgotten.

#MemorialDay

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The IDF announced that Sergeant Nehoray Leizer, 19, from Eilat, a combat soldier in the 601st Combat Engineering Battalion of the 401st Brigade, fell in combat in southern Lebanon early Monday after being killed by an explosive drone launched by Hezbollah.

He is survived by his parents and two siblings.

Remembering Nehoray, his sister Mai described him as:

“A humble boy, salt of the earth, with the biggest heart in the world.”

“He was always smiling, and he was always making sure to calm us down. Just taking care of our peace of mind, no matter how scared he was inside, and we know he was scared. He didn’t let it affect him; he just looked ahead.”

May his memory be a blessing. 🕯️

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We mourn the loss of Staff Sergeant Noam Hamburger, 23, from Atlit, a technology and maintenance combat soldier in the 9th Battalion, 401st Brigade.

Noam was killed by an explosive drone strike near the Lebanese border while carrying out operational activity in northern Israel.

At just 23 years old, he stood in defense of his country, serving with courage and commitment during a time of great challenge.

We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and fellow soldiers.

May his memory be a blessing. 🕯️🇮🇱

#Israel #IDF #RememberingTheFallen #MayHisMemoryBeABlessing

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Shavuot marks the moment the Jewish people received something that would shape them forever.

Not just a tradition—but a responsibility.

To carry it.
To protect it.
To pass it on.

Today, that responsibility continues.

Through every generation, the Jewish people have held onto who they are—no matter the challenge.

At Israel Friends, we are part of that continuity—helping protect lives, strengthen communities, and ensure that what was given is never lost.

Chag Sameach 🌾

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