Israel Police Honors Ethiopian Community at Sigd Holiday Ceremony
Translated & summarized from Israel Police by baba
The Israel Police held a central ceremony on Mount Herzl to mark the Sigd holiday, honoring the contributions of its officers from the Ethiopian community. Inspector General Dani Levi praised their professionalism and bravery, particularly during the October 7th attacks, stating the police are proud of their service. The event celebrated the heritage of Ethiopian Jews and acknowledged their significant role within the police force and Israeli society.
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- Israel Police held a central Sigd holiday ceremony on Mount Herzl honoring Ethiopian community contributions.
- Inspector General Dani Levi expressed pride in the 1,160 officers of Ethiopian descent serving in the police.
- Levi highlighted the bravery of Ethiopian-origin officers during the October 7th attacks.
- The ceremony celebrated the heritage and culture of the Ethiopian Jewish community.
- The police acknowledged the significant contributions of the community to Israeli society.
The Israel Police held its central Sigd holiday ceremony on Mount Herzl, attended by Inspector General Dani Levi, Head of the Communities and Volunteers Department Ran Levi, senior command staff, Kessim (religious leaders), distinguished members of the Ethiopian community, bereaved families, and police officers. The event, led by the Police's Communities and Volunteers Department, celebrated the heritage, culture, and values of the Ethiopian Jewish community and acknowledged their significant contributions to the police and Israeli society.
Throughout the day, hundreds of police officers participated in educational activities at the Mount Herzl center, learning about the history and culture of Ethiopian Jews. Inspector General Levi stated that 1,160 officers of Ethiopian descent, including senior commanders, currently serve in the police, performing vital roles in combat, patrol, investigations, and command. He emphasized their professionalism and dedication as integral to the police's strength and the nation's security.
Levi specifically highlighted the bravery of officers of Ethiopian descent during the October 7th attacks, noting that while the previous generation aspired to return home, their children demonstrated heroic courage in defending it. He expressed pride in these officers, stating, "The Israel Police is proud of you. I am proud of you." He added that the nation's resilience relies on social cohesion and the safe home built by all citizens, with police officers forming the backbone of this structure.
Kess Mulualem Temiat offered a blessing, wishing the officers divine protection and wisdom in their service. He remarked that the Sigd holiday embodies the unique story of Ethiopian Jewry, a community that preserved its identity and faith through generations of hardship. Ran Levi, Head of the Communities and Volunteers Department, echoed these sentiments, calling the day one of pride and appreciation for the Ethiopian officers who serve with dedication and a sense of mission for the country's security. He affirmed that their contributions are vital across all police ranks and efforts to maintain Israel's security and resilience.
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