Lone soldier

Lone soldier saves life of Massachusetts doctor with stem cell donation

The lone soldier who made aliyah from California had only just turned 23 when she received the call telling her someone needed her stem cells.

Maya Ben Yitzhak, a lone soldier from Chicago, saved the life of a 64-year-old Massachusetts woman after she donated her bone marrow
  The ceremony honored the 43 Lone Soldiers who fell since October 7

Thousands honor fallen lone soldiers in Jerusalem Memorial on Israel’s Remembrance Day

 Eli Kay.

Remembering Eli Kay, a hero made of simple choices

 Over 150 lone soldiers join the IDF through Garin Tzabar Scouts program.

'Operation Hug' brings families of lone soldiers together during Israel-Hamas War


Remembering their journey, honoring their sacrifice

The stories of two Masa alumni who gave their lives in Israel’s defense remind us of the deep bonds between global Jewry and the State of Israel.

 Ronny Ganizate, z”l

Crucible of war: How Oct. 7 changed the lives of lone soldiers and ‘olim’

IDF lone soldiers and olim share stories with the Magazine about how October 7 and the Israel-Hamas War impacted their lives.

 IDF troops operate in the Gaza Strip. July 25, 2024.

Israel to establish first-ever national memorial for lone soldiers

Israel is set to establish its first national memorial dedicated to lone soldiers, foreign-born troops who serve in the Israel Defense Forces without immediate family in the country.

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The morals and values of lone soldiers in the IDF should inspire us all - opinion

Through their actions, lone soldiers are writing new chapters in the story of Israel’s rebirth in the current Second War of Independence.

 PARTICIPANTS IN the Garin Tzabar program visit ANU: The Museum of the Jewish People.

Over 150 lone soldiers join the IDF through Garin Tzabar Scouts program

"We all salute them for their choice and see it as a true fulfillment of Zionism," said CEO of Tzofim Tzabar Olami, Daniel Amira.

 Over 150 lone soldiers join the IDF through Garin Tzabar Scouts program.

IDF to recognize lone soldier reservists, provide benefits and support

Nearly 8,000 reservists who were lone soldiers in their regular service will receive this status and benefits, including gift cards, subsidized flights and mental healthcare.

 Representatives of lone soldier organizations and other officials at a Knesset committee meeting on lone reservists

Hannaton launches new campus for lone soldiers

The first-of-its-kind program offers lone soldiers shared living with pre-military academy students, providing comprehensive support and community throughout their service.

 New Hannaton building under construction.

Fast lane for lone soldiers: Nefesh B’Nefesh and FIDF host driver’s license conversion day

Hundreds of lone soldiers and National Service volunteers converted their licenses in one day, thanks to Nefesh B’Nefesh, FIDF, and Israel’s Ministry of Transport.

From left: FIDF CEO Steven Weil, Minister of Transportation Miri Regev, Nefesh B’Nefesh Co-Founder Rabbi Yehoshua Fass.

Finding her way home: A Jewish-Korean immigrant's experience in paving a future in Israel

Tamar Shoshan, a new immigrant and future lone soldier, embodies the qualities of patience and perseverance through her journey from New York to Israel.

 TAMAR’S RECONNECTION with her Jewish identity came unexpectedly when a friend introduced her to Tzofim North America (the Israeli Scouts) in ninth grade. Here, she is pictured with the local Tzofim leadership team.

Only 500 of the 13,000 lone reservists have received mental health support since Oct. 7

The war is also taking a psychological toll on thousands of lone soldiers, most of whom need mental health support.

 Immigration and Diaspora Committee discuss funding for mental health services for lone soldiers

Kevin Spacey makes surprise trip to Israel, visits soldiers, sites of Oct. 7 massacre

The actor also gave a two-hour masterclass at the Nissan Nativ Acting Studio in Tel Aviv.

 American actor Kevin Spacey visits the Western Wall in Jerusalem's Old City. December 3, 2024.