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IDF Reserve General Yossi Bachar Joins Religious Zionism Party List
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First reported by Now 14 · 1 hour ago
What happened
Retired Major General Yossi Bachar, a hero of the October 7th attacks and former IDF commander, has joined the Religious Zionism party's list for the upcoming Knesset elections. Bachar cited his belief in the party's leadership and his desire to prevent future tragedies like the one in his home kibbutz of Be'eri.
- 01Yossi Bachar, a hero from Kibbutz Be'eri, joins the Religious Zionism party.
- 02Bachar is a retired Major General with extensive IDF command experience.
- 03He fought Hamas terrorists during the October 7th attacks.
- 04Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich welcomed Bachar's security expertise.
- 05Bachar aims to prevent future tragedies for Israeli families.
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YnetCenter · Hebrew56 minutes ago
Retired General Yossi Bachar Joins Religious Zionism Party Ahead of Elections
YnetnewsCenter · English1 hour ago
Retired Major General Yossi Bachar Joins Smotrich's Religious Zionism Party
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