IDF's First Ultra-Orthodox Reserve Battalion Completes Initial Training Exercise in Golan Heights
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First reported by Arutz Sheva · 46 minutes ago
What happened
The IDF's first ultra-Orthodox reserve battalion, Battalion Shimon, completed its first training exercise in the Golan Heights, marking its operational readiness. The battalion, composed of previously exempted ultra-Orthodox reservists and soldiers, trained in various combat disciplines adapted to their lifestyle. It is set to operate in northern Israel during upcoming months and holidays.
- 01IDF's first ultra-Orthodox reserve battalion completed initial training in the Golan Heights.
- 02Battalion Shimon includes previously exempted ultra-Orthodox reservists and soldiers from other units.
- 03Training covered open-field combat, raids, urban warfare, and specialized courses like drones and explosives.
- 04The battalion's training is tailored to accommodate the ultra-Orthodox lifestyle.
- 05The IDF has formed dozens of new battalions since the war began to expand forces and reduce soldier burden.
- 06Battalion Shimon will deploy in northern Israel for operational missions in the coming months.
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