Israeli Leaders Celebrate Soldiers’ Recoveries and Religious Events Across West Bank and Israel
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By איציק ברנדויין
What happened
In northern Samaria and across Israel, religious ceremonies and celebrations honored wounded soldiers’ recoveries and community milestones. Rabbi Or Shwaka, severely injured in Lebanon, welcomed a newborn son. The wedding of a soldier injured in Gaza drew prominent Israeli leaders. Finance Minister Smotrich explained his father’s refusal to recite a traditional blessing, reflecting Israel’s current state. Other events included youth blessings, volunteer efforts for soldiers, and cultural collaborations.
- 01First Rosh Chodesh prayer in 21 years held near Bnei David yeshiva in northern Samaria.
- 02Rabbi Or Shwaka, wounded in Lebanon, celebrates birth of his son after long recovery.
- 03Wedding of soldier injured in Gaza attended by ministers, former PM, and public figures.
- 04Finance Minister Smotrich explains father’s refusal to recite traditional blessing as Israel’s rebuilding.
- 05Government Secretary Yossi Fuchs marks 55th birthday with gratitude to family and Netanyahu.
- 06Emunah women volunteer to prepare care packages for soldiers fighting in Gaza.
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