FIDF Live

FIDF Host Lara Krinsky is joined by 1st Sgt. Nimrod, a member of the IDF’s Artillery Corps Special Forces. One of the hundreds of thousands of reservists who stepped up after the attack and atrocities of October 7, he shares his experience of leaving work, family, and personal pursuits behind to defend Israel.

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(Recorded 03/10/2024)

In this episode, FIDF Host, Lara Krinsky engaged IDF Spokesperson, Maj. (res.) David Ross who provided a timely briefing on the current developments in Gaza and shed light on the challenges faced by our soldiers. Maj. David delved into the recent surge in terror attacks, addressing the pressing question of whether we should brace ourselves for more attempts during the upcoming Ramadan holiday. Moreover, Maj. Ross reacted to yesterday’s intense rocket barrage from the North, originating from Hizbullah, and expressed his gratitude to the FIDF Family, emphasizing the importance of their steadfast support in this War for Our Home.

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(Recorded 03/06/2024)

FIDF CEO Steve Weil is joined by Rabbi Doron Perez, father of two IDF soldiers, both of whom were injured while defending Israel on October 7th, and one of whom was taken hostage by Hamas and remains in captivity to this day. Rabbi Perez, who is also the head of the World Mizrachi Movement, speaks about the impossible experience he and his family have faced, as they have received absolutely no information about their son since he was abducted. Giving global, national, and personal examples, he shares how his family has persevered and united with other hostage families and the greater Jewish world to further the shared vision of bringing every hostage home, the soldier hostages no less than anyone else.

Meanwhile, the frontline war continues. Donate NOW at FIDF.org for the fastest and most direct way to give IDF Soldiers what they need most. 100% of your contribution will go to meet their emergency humanitarian needs.

(Recorded 3/3/24)

FIDF Chief Executive Officer Steve Weil welcomes Ruby Chen, the father of Itay Chen, a 20-year-old IDF soldier and U.S. citizen who is being held captive by Hamas. Mr. Chen discusses his background, his family, his last correspondence with Itay before he was kidnapped, how he hopes the U.S. will stand together for this cause, marching to spread awareness, the support and resources put in place for parents and families of hostages, and more.

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(Recorded 2/28/2024)

FIDF Chief Executive Office Steve Weil and FIDF Host Lara Krinsky are joined by Search and Rescue Brigade Commander Colonel Elad Edri who gives an minute by minute breakdown of his experience leading up to, during, and the tragic aftermath of The Battle of Zikim on October 7.

Col. Edri answers questions about his mindset on October 7, his soldiers, the Shahar Battalion, and fulfilling his IDF duties these past few months with a family at home.

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(Recorded 2/25/2024)

FIDF MidAtlantic Region Vice President Jennifer Scher welcomes two special guests to today's briefing. First, we hear from Maj. (Res.) David Ross from the IDF Spokesperson Unit who briefs us on the most recent events, progress on uncovering tunnels, continued pursuit of rescuing hostages, the support of the United States, fighting the reign of evil, what is happening in the North, the efforts from Iran to smuggle weapons, and a lasting message of gratitude.

Later, we talk to Cpl. Shira from the Bardelas Battalion about her experience on October 7, her mindset during these last few months, how her parents are dealing with her serving, how much the FIDF support means to her and everyone in the IDF, and how to react to what is being said online.

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(Recorded 2/21/2024)

FIDF Chief Executive Officer Steve Weil welcomes Bereaved Father of Fallen Lone Soldier, Staff Stg. Rose Lubin, David Lubin to today's briefing. Mr. Lubin shares a video of Rose, the story of her life, her love for Israel, Rose's legacy, the sacrifices we all have to make, Rose's experience on October 7, his learning of Rose's passing, the love and togetherness of her funeral, the impact on her younger siblings, and how we can learn from Rose's life.

Later, FIDF National Director Major General (Res.) Nadav Padan provides insight and updates on what is happening on the Northern Border, the bigger picture of the war, how FIDF is helping the IDF the last few weeks, and making sure we can take care of the soldiers.

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(Recorded 2/18/2024)

FIDF Chief Executive Officer Steve Weil is joined by Major (Res.) Ben Wahlhaus from the IDF International Law Department who talks about his familiarity and expertise with International Law, the events and consequences of October 7 from his seat, the harm Hamas has caused to its civilians, Israel's overdelivering of humanitarian aid in Gaza. Major (Res.) Ben Wahlhaus shows us examples of Hamas militants hiding weapons, using schools and UN facilities for military purposes, placing explosives in and adjacent to hospitals.

He shows the breakdown of the IDF's evacuation map for the civilian population in Gaza, how the IDF informs Gaza civilians of tactical pauses, maps of the humanitarian zones, and the destruction caused by Hamas at the Erez Crossing forcing its closure.

Major (Res.) Ben Wahlhaus answers questions about being tried at The Hague, his role pertaining to the law of Judea and Samaria, and his relationship with law departments from other nations.

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(Recorded 2/14/2024)

FIDF Chief Executive Officer Steve Weil welcomes Vice Chair of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations Malcolm Hoenlein to discuss the modern discrimination and antisemitism stemming from October 7, the emerging significance and demonstration of unity of the Jewish community, the horror of his experience at the immediate aftermath of October 7, the misinformation being taught in the American education system impacting U.S.-Israel relations, conversations he has had with Arab leaders regarding Hamas, and how to continue this fight against the public narrative.

Mr. Hoenlein also answers questions about the perspective of some of the other Arab nations, the impact and role of Qatar and how they are funding numerous interests globally, spreading democracy in the region, and moving forward with and involving more nations in the Abraham Accords.

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(Recorded 2/11/2024)

FIDF Host Lara Krinsky is joined by Public Diplomacy Expert Ran Bar-Yoshafat to share his experiences including how his day unfolded on October 7, shuffling his wedding, deploying into Gaza, the challenges with logistics of being at war, mental difficulties of being deployed away from family, the IDF's consideration of developing a new type of warfare due to the unique circumstances of ruins in urban Gaza, the amount of ammunition found hidden, his responsibility of preparing other soldiers to fight, and what he took with him when leaving Gaza.

Ran Bar-Yoshafat also answers questions about navigating his own mindset after coming back to being a civilian, the differences of serving before and after October 7, bringing his learnings from Gaza into his professional life, and the difficult conversations that happen during warfare.

(Recorded 2/7/2024)