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President Herzog Announces 2026 Recipients of Israel's Highest Civil Honor

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By אפרת קרסנר

First reported by Ynet · Jul 28, 2026

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President Isaac Herzog announced 11 recipients of Israel's highest civilian honor for 2026, recognizing their exceptional contributions to the nation. The awardees include leaders in education, culture, and victim support organizations. Herzog personally informed each honoree and highlighted their embodiment of core Israeli values.

01President Herzog announced 11 recipients of the 2026 President's Medal, Israel's highest civilian honor.
02Recipients include Rabbi Chaim Sabato, Professor Uriel Reichman, and Ivy Moses.
03The award honors exceptional contributions to Israel or humanity, established in 2012 by Shimon Peres.
04Herzog personally called each recipient to inform them of their selection.
05A public advisory committee led by retired Justice Yoram Danziger recommended the honorees.
06Additional awards for 2026 will be given later this year to prominent figures from Israel and the diaspora.

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