Idf veteran
Hind Rajab Foundation files war crimes complaint against IDF veteran in Austria
The soldier allegedly served under the 8717 battalion, a reserve unit from the Givati Brigade, which the Palestinian org. claims is linked with "systematic destruction of civilian infrastructure."
A Fighter for Israel’s Soldiers
Reichman University's New Clinic Offers Free Legal Representation for Disabled IDF Veterans
Minister Eliyahu Launches National Appreciation Week for IDF Wounded
Defense Ministry launches improved services for disabled IDF veterans
The new online service is the first of several proposed ideas that the Defense Ministry hopes to launch as part of their reforms to the system.
Defense Ministry appoints team to update PTSD evaluations for vets
Mental health treatment for IDF veterans has been in the spotlight since a disabled IDF war veteran set himself on fire in April in front of the Defense Ministry's Rehabilitation Division.
Israeli reform for soldiers suffering from PTSD moves forward
Most recently, disabled IDF veteran Itzik Saidian, who was suffering from PTSD following his service, sparked protest among Israelis regarding the inadequate treatment IDF soldiers receive.
Singer Idan Amedi visits IDF veteran Itzik Saidian at the hospital
At Saidian's bedside, Amedi chose to play the song "Nigmar," a song he wrote during his military service, which describes how Israeli society reacted to the end of the 2008-2009 war in Gaza.
Hundreds of disabled IDF veterans protest by Knesset, Defense Ministry
Promised reforms for the rights of disabled veterans have been stalled as the Finance and Defense ministries squabble over budget.
Blood donation event honoring Itzik Saidyan to save lives of 1,500
Former IDF Golani soldier who lit himself on fire about two weeks ago is still in critical condition • another soldier's commander "infuriated" at his being denied support 3 years after fighting
Gantz scrutinizes Israel's rehab division after IDF vet self-immolated
During a tour of the Haifa rehabilitation division, Defense Minister Benny Gantz identified some urgent issues that will be addressed by the team working to reform the state's rehab facilities.
Disabled IDF veterans protest as Saidian remains in critical condition
Caregivers announce that they would be holding a full strike of services until the Defense Ministry fixes issues with their working conditions.
Gantz discusses reforming IDF Disabled Veterans Department
Following disabled IDF vet's self-immolation outside of the Ministry of Defense, Disabled Army Veterans Organisation meets with Defense Minister Benny Gantz to discuss reforming the system
Defense Ministry to probe case of IDF vet who self-immolated
Kohavi: "I wish a speedy, complete recovery to Itzik Saidian, a former Golani Brigade soldier who is hospitalized in serious condition" • A friend: "I blame the Rehabilitation Division directly