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Alon Moreh Hesder Yeshiva Wins 2026 Defense Minister’s Shield Award for Reserve Support

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First reported by Now 14 · 2 hours ago

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The Hesder Yeshiva in Alon Moreh was named among the 2026 recipients of the Defense Minister’s Shield Award, recognizing outstanding support for Israeli reservists. Over 1,000 nominations were reviewed, with winners including major companies, universities, and municipalities. The award honors entities providing flexible and supportive environments for reservists and their families.

01The Hesder Yeshiva in Alon Moreh won the 2026 Defense Minister’s Shield Award for supporting reservists.
02Over 1,000 nominations were reviewed, with 99 finalists selected across employers, academia, and local authorities.
03Winners include Bezeq, Israel Electric Corporation, Amdocs, Ma'ale Adumim, Ashdod, and Reichman University.
04The award honors entities offering flexible work, study, and welfare support to reservists and their families.
05The selection committee was led by Il Hanes and Brig. Gen. Benny Ben Ari, with broad government and sector representation.
06Defense Minister Israel Katz stressed the national importance of supporting reservists, especially since October 7.

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