Thousands of Israeli military veterans have joined the protest movement against the government's judicial overhaul plan, bringing their unique skills and experience to the forefront of the demonstrations.
Led by groups such as "Brother and Sisters in Arms," these veterans are fighting for justice and liberty, using their military training to organize and mobilize protests. Many have taken to carrying flags that represent their organizations, with a focus on rebranding themselves as defenders of democracy rather than just adherents to the state's flag.
According to Yiftach Golov, one such veteran, "We believe this is our responsibility to go once again called to the flag of the nation to stop this madness to defend Israel." Golov served in elite forces during the second intifada and has since transitioned to a career in biophysics. However, he has returned to his military roots to fight for what he sees as a threat to Israeli democracy.
These veterans are not only participating in protests but also taking a stand against the government's plans by threatening not to train or serve if they do not see change. Some have even taken steps to refuse service, citing the need to protect Israel's security and democratic values.
The pressure from these veteran groups has been seen as crucial in moving the needle on the issue, and last week's mass protests saw hundreds of thousands taking to the streets. The demonstrations were sparked by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announcing a delay in votes on the legislation due to "the present security situation."
However, many protesters are skeptical of this delay, viewing it as a mere stalling tactic from Netanyahu rather than genuine commitment to reform. For Golov and his fellow veterans, the issue is not about politics but about protecting Israel's democratic values.
"We will start doing deactivation only when we know 100% that Israel state will stay a functional democratic country," Golov said, emphasizing their determination to see change.
As protests continue in Tel Aviv and other cities across Israel, these veteran groups remain at the forefront of the movement, using their military experience to push for justice and democracy.
Led by groups such as "Brother and Sisters in Arms," these veterans are fighting for justice and liberty, using their military training to organize and mobilize protests. Many have taken to carrying flags that represent their organizations, with a focus on rebranding themselves as defenders of democracy rather than just adherents to the state's flag.
According to Yiftach Golov, one such veteran, "We believe this is our responsibility to go once again called to the flag of the nation to stop this madness to defend Israel." Golov served in elite forces during the second intifada and has since transitioned to a career in biophysics. However, he has returned to his military roots to fight for what he sees as a threat to Israeli democracy.
These veterans are not only participating in protests but also taking a stand against the government's plans by threatening not to train or serve if they do not see change. Some have even taken steps to refuse service, citing the need to protect Israel's security and democratic values.
The pressure from these veteran groups has been seen as crucial in moving the needle on the issue, and last week's mass protests saw hundreds of thousands taking to the streets. The demonstrations were sparked by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announcing a delay in votes on the legislation due to "the present security situation."
However, many protesters are skeptical of this delay, viewing it as a mere stalling tactic from Netanyahu rather than genuine commitment to reform. For Golov and his fellow veterans, the issue is not about politics but about protecting Israel's democratic values.
"We will start doing deactivation only when we know 100% that Israel state will stay a functional democratic country," Golov said, emphasizing their determination to see change.
As protests continue in Tel Aviv and other cities across Israel, these veteran groups remain at the forefront of the movement, using their military experience to push for justice and democracy.
Just saw this news about Israeli vets joining the protest movement against the gov's judicial overhaul plan 
And honestly I think it's awesome that they're taking a stand for what they believe in! 
They have the skills & experience to make a real difference, and it's inspiring to see them using their military training to organize protests & mobilize people. 
But at the same time, I'm also wondering if this delay is just a tactic from Netanyahu... 
. What worries me is what's driving them - are they doing this solely for democracy or also for some personal agenda? 
I mean, these vets have seen the worst of wars & stuff, so you'd think they'd be all about preserving freedom & human rights... right? 
. The question is what happens next? Will Netanyahu actually listen or just stonewall like he usually does 
? Time will tell 
. It's like they're taking the phrase "defenders of freedom" to a whole new level 
! I'm loving how these vets are refusing service unless they see real change - talk about using your voice & skills for good 
. It's all about protecting Israel's democratic values, and if that means some tough choices, so be it 
. I mean, you don't see this kind of thing often where people use their skills to make a difference like this 
. I think that's a really powerful message and it shows that even people with military backgrounds can be on the frontlines of social change 
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. And if Netanyahu thinks a little delay is gonna calm them down, he's got another thing coming 
. These vets know what's at stake and aren't afraid to speak truth to power.
. Here's hoping their efforts lead to real change 
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And the fact that some of them are threatening not to train or serve if they don't see change is super bold. It's clear that they're not going to back down until they get what they want.
but you know what? These Israeli vets are doing it right! They're bringing that military training to the table and making a real difference 
. But seriously, these protests are about standing up for what's right, and that's something we can all get behind 
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. It's interesting to see how these veterans are framing themselves as defenders of democracy instead of just being state loyalists 
. The fact that their presence is making a difference and putting pressure on the government is definitely something to watch 
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. These veteran groups bringing in their skills & experience is a great move, though! They should know what's at stake. I feel like Netanyahu's just trying to delay the whole thing instead of actually addressing the issues 
Their willingness to put themselves out there is truly inspiring, especially when it comes to refusing service if they don't see change 
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. This whole thing is getting more and more intense by the day 
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. Their message is clear: they won't back down until Israel's democratic values are protected. 
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I mean, I saw this news a day ago and it's already been buried beneath a sea of irrelevant threads 
. Let's try to stay on topic and have some decent discussions, shall we? 
they're not just fighting for justice but also for israel's democratic values which is literally what it's all about 
The fact that these guys are using their military training to organize and mobilize protests is genius 