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Lehavim Local Council Wins 2026 Defense Minister’s Shield Award for Reserve Soldiers Support

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By יניר יגנה

First reported by Now 14 · Aug 4, 2026

What happened

Lehavim Local Council won the 2026 Defense Minister’s Shield Award as the only Negev municipality recognized for exceptional support to reserve soldiers and their families. Over 1,000 nominations were reviewed, with Lehavim among 99 finalists nationwide. The council plans to further support reservists by offering housing lots exclusively to them.

01Lehavim Local Council is the only Negev municipality to win the 2026 Defense Minister’s Shield Award.
02The award honors outstanding support for reserve soldiers and their families in Israel.
03Over 1,000 nominations were submitted, with 99 finalists selected across employers, academia, and local authorities.
04Lehavim was chosen among 10 local authorities nationwide for this prestigious recognition.
05Council head Elad Erezi highlighted ongoing support initiatives, including housing lots for reservists.
06The award reflects Lehavim’s deep commitment to its reserve soldiers and their families.

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