President Herzog Awards 2026 Presidential Medal to Rabbi Chaim Sabato and Others
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First reported by Ynet · 23 minutes ago
What happened
President Isaac Herzog announced the first recipients of the 2026 Presidential Medal, including Rabbi Chaim Sabato, recognizing their exceptional contributions to Israel and humanity. The award, established in 2012, honors individuals for outstanding service and is given on the recommendation of a public committee. Herzog personally congratulated the honorees, who expressed gratitude and reflected on their meaningful work.
- 01President Herzog announced the first 2026 Presidential Medal recipients, including Rabbi Chaim Sabato.
- 02The medal honors exceptional contributions to Israel or humanity, established in 2012 by Shimon Peres.
- 03Recipients include academics, lawyers, artists, and community leaders from Israel and the diaspora.
- 04The award is granted based on recommendations from a public advisory committee.
- 05Herzog personally congratulated each honoree, praising their societal impact.
- 06Recipients expressed gratitude and reflected on their missions and values.
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