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June 14, 2024


Title: Hostages Rescued!
Topic: Israel
Discussed by Rabbi Steven Weil
with Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (www.fidf.org/)

Recently, four of Israeli hostages were rescued from the heart of Nuseirat after enduring eight months and one day in captivity in Gaza.

Rabbi Steven Weil is the Chief Executive Officer for the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF), a non-political, non-military organization based in the United States. The FIDF provides for the well-being of the soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces, veterans, and family members.

Click here . for more information about the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces.

Questions/Issues Discussed:


How did Rabbi Weil feel after learning of the rescue of four of the hostages?

What did the hostages endure while in captivity? Has there been any outrage by the media or world leaders over the horrific treatment of the hostages?

How is the Friends of Israeli Defense Forces assisting the hostages and their families? Rabbi Weil discusses where all donations are sent and the many ways they assist the families.

What are the greatest needs? How can WE help? Click here to help support Friends of Israeli Defense Forces.



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March 28, 2024


Title: Mental Health Crisis in Israel
Topic: Israel
Discussed by Rabbi Steven Weil
with Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (www.fidf.org/)

Rabbi Steven Weil is the Chief Executive Officer for the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) a non-political, non-military organization based in the United States. The FIDF provides for the well-being of the soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces, veterans, and family members.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Many Israelis are suffering a mental health crisis as a result of the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. What mental health issues are they wrestling with? Rabbi Steven Weil discusses PTSD statistics and the signs of PTSD. He also reveals that they need more counselors and therapists for the massive number of soldiers and other Israelis who are suffering from PTSD.

Will PTSD impact their lives long-term? Rabbi Steven Weil explains the long-term effects on family dynamics, social interactions, and career trajectories.

How does Friends of the Israel Defense Forces assist Israel veterans, soldiers, and family members?

Click here to help support the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces organization.



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February 14, 2024


Title: Helping Israeli Soldiers and their Families
Topic: Israel
Discussed by Rabbi Steven Weil
with Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (www.fidf.org/)

Rabbi Steven Weil is the Chief Executive Officer for the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF), a non-political, non-military organization based in the United States. The FIDF provides for the well-being of the soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces, veterans, and family members.

Today, Rabbi Weil discusses their efforts to fight the life-altering mental and emotional toll of war.

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Click here to learn more about Friends of the Israel Defense Forces.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Do IDF members and their families suffer internal head wounds and heart wounds?

Why has the FIDF committed $24 million to battle the hidden war in soldiers, their families, and the victims of war?

What type of emergency well-being support does the FIDF provide?

What is “emergency lone soldier support” and why is it important?

Is the FIDF providing medical equipment and supplies to soldiers and their families?

How and why did Friends of Israel Defense Forces form?

Click here  to help support the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces.



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