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Son of South Lebanon Army Family Joins Israeli Diplomatic Corps
Jonathan Elkhoury, son of South Lebanon Army members who allied with Israel, has joined the Israeli Foreign Ministry's diplomatic cadet program. He is among 36 new trainees selected from 2,000 applicants. Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar addressed the cadets, emphasizing the importance of representing Israel's narrative.
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- 01Jonathan Elkhoury, son of South Lebanon Army members, begins Israeli Foreign Ministry diplomatic training.
- 02He is one of 36 cadets chosen from 2,000 applicants, representing less than a 2% acceptance rate.
- 03Elkhoury views his entry into the diplomatic service as a continuation of his parents' alliance with Israel.
- 04The new diplomatic cadet class includes 19 women and 17 men from diverse backgrounds.
- 05Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar urged cadets to champion Israel's narrative and fight for public perception.
Elkhoury sees his role as a continuation of his family's alliance with Israel.
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