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IDF Appoints New Battalion Commanders, Including Relatives of Fallen Soldiers
The IDF has appointed new battalion commanders, including the brother of a fallen soldier and officers who were severely wounded in combat. Major General Nadav Lotan chaired the meeting where the appointments were decided, with final approval from Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir.
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What happened
- 01Lt. Col. David Sharaal, brother of fallen soldier Baniyah Sharaal, appointed commander of Golani's 13th Battalion.
- 02Lt. Col. Matan Yosef, severely wounded in Lebanon, will command the new "Alon" 11th Battalion.
- 03Lt. Col. Or Me'atuk, who recovered from life-threatening injuries, will lead the Bedouin Reconnaissance Battalion.
- 04Lt. Col. Amit Haran will command the new "Nofech" 935th Battalion in the Nachal Brigade.
- 05All appointments were approved by IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir.
- 06New commanders were also assigned to multiple elite reconnaissance and combat units.
Notable appointments include Lt. Col. David Sharaal, brother of Baniyah Sharaal, commanding the Golani Brigade's 13th Battalion. Lt. Col. Matan Yosef and Lt. Col. Or Me'atuk, both wounded veterans, will also assume command roles.
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