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IDF to Establish Two New Specialized Battalions for Golani and Nahal Brigades

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The IDF is establishing two new specialized infantry battalions, "Alon" for the Golani Brigade and "Nofech" for the Nahal Brigade, as approved by Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir. These units will focus on advanced technologies like drones and robotics. The move is part of a larger effort to expand the ground forces' combat capabilities. The "Alon" battalion is the first new infantry battalion for Golani in decades.

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The IDF is creating two new specialized infantry battalions for the Golani and Nahal Brigades.
Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir approved the establishment of the "Alon" and "Nofech" battalions this week.
The new battalions will specialize in advanced technologies including drones and robotics.
This expansion is part of a larger effort to increase the combat strength of the ground forces.
The "Alon" battalion is the first new infantry battalion for the Golani Brigade in decades.

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The Chief of Staff of the IDF, Eyal Zamir, approved the establishment of two new specialized infantry reconnaissance and assault battalions this week. These will be the "Alon" (11th) Battalion of the Golani Brigade and the "Nofech" (935th) Battalion of the Nahal Brigade. This decision is part of a broader initiative by the Ground Forces Command and the Manpower Directorate to expand the combat strength of the ground forces. The new battalions will focus on utilizing drones, robotics, surveillance equipment, and modern precision weaponry. Both battalions are currently in the formation process. The Golani Brigade currently comprises three infantry battalions and one reconnaissance battalion. The creation of the "Alon" battalion marks the first new infantry battalion for Golani in decades. The name "Alon" (Oak) was previously used by an 11th Battalion in 1948, which was later transferred to the "Oded" Brigade. The Nahal Brigade consists of three infantry battalions and a reconnaissance battalion.