Herev Battalion: 1948-2015

All I can say is that I very much hope the IDF will reconsider its recent decision to disband the Herev Battalion. If the need to integrate was so important, then units such as Netzah Yehuda would not continue to be given such special treatment from the army.

The Druze community in Israel has served valiantly since 1948 and have often paid the ultimate sacrifice in the defense of this country we hold dear. They deserve to have their unique voice and contribution to Israel's security recognized. While many Druzim do in fact want to make a full integration into the IDF, they do not want to see a discontinuation of the Herev legacy. A legacy that is long and proud.

The IDF's Herev Battalion shield

Soldiers from the IDF's Herev Battalion during a march. Jpost