Israel women in combat
Israel Air Force introduces all-women Arad special commando unit
The “Arad” unit is the air force’s new intervention force, created due to lessons learned from the October 7 massacre and Operation Iron Swords.
Israel needs a mother
'Bravery never belonged to one gender': Israel's female combat legacy preserved in Ashkelon
From harlots to heroines: October 7 opens new chapter for women soldiers in Israeli cinema
As women join IDF combat units, military kit must be redesigned to fit them - opinion
For most of modern history, military uniforms have been built around the male body, as more women join combat units, it’s time for a redesign.
Female IDF soldiers' trauma overlooked despite historic mobilization: 'We need to be seen'
Even though this war saw the largest mobilization of women since Israel’s creation, the emotional impact on female soldiers is disturbingly absent from the narrative.
A new era for The Jerusalem Report - from the editor
From women in combat to shifts in the haredi world, this issue is all about change – starting with us.
New IDF record: Over 5,000 women recruited for combat roles last year
Female combat soldiers currently serve in a variety of combat units, not just in support roles but at the core of operational defense.
Shooting like a girl: Meet the IDF's exceptional female combat soldiers
Military Affairs - On October 7, IDF female soldiers proved their prowess in combat, defying expectations and demonstrating exceptional skill. Their heroism continues to reshape military roles.
Gallant says 'dramatic change' coming in integrating more women in IDF combat roles
Debates over the inclusion of female combat soldiers have raged in Israel since the beginning of the war.
Less than 50% of Israeli men believe women are capable of being combat soldiers
Only 65% of Israelis believe a woman can be IDF chief-of-staff; little over half of Israeli men believe women can hold combat positions.
Peres Center honors women heroes of October 7 with medal of distinction
The ceremony aims to highlight the courage, initiative, and resilience of women who have made significant impacts on the battlefield, and throughout Israeli society amid the ongoing conflict.
Squad of female IDF combat troops eliminated nearly 100 Hamas terrorists
Lt.-Col. Or Ben Yehuda, Caracal Battalion, praises her troops' bravery against Hamas, silencing doubts about female combat soldiers with their training, heroism, and life-saving actions.
Thousands of recruits join IDF combat units this summer
478 of the new soldiers are recent immigrants, the majority of whom are lone soldiers.
