Soroka Medical Center Prepares for the Next War
One year ago, on July 8, 2014, Israel’s defensive Gaza war, Operation Protective Edge began. During the 50 days of fighting, few regions from central Israel to the South escaped the sound of blaring sirens urging citizens to run to their bomb shelters. With the war taking place in Israel’s southern region, the entire Negev […]
5 Highlights of the Strategic Alliance Between Israel and the USA
The USA and Israel have maintained a strong relationship through decades of world and Middle East upheaval in particular. Established in 1980, LIBI was formed to strengthen this bond by meeting the educational, religious, medical and recreational needs of Israeli soldiers using US tax free donations. As Dr. John A.I. Grossman, LIBI USA Chairman says, […]
LIBI Directors Speak to Christian Leaders in Jerusalem
The Christian Friends of Israel gathered for their annual conference at the Dan Hotel in Jerusalem during the first week of June, 2015. With hundreds of participants from all over the world, the group marked 30 years of ongoing support for the Jewish State. They heard from an impressive array of Israeli politicians and leaders […]
75 Torah Scrolls Dedicated in Memory of Last Summer’s 75 War Victims
Each one of the 75 Israelis killed in Operation Protective Edge will have a Torah scroll written in their memory, thanks to a program called “A Bond for Eternity” or Kesher LaNetzah. These Torah scrolls will be donated to communities and military bases across Israel under the auspices of the LIBI Fund, the social welfare […]
LIBI Lone Soldier Series: A Daughter Enlists with a Sign from Above
Today, there are more than 6,000 lone soldiers serving in the Israeli Defense Forces. A “lone soldier” is a soldier who has no family in Israel to support him or her. They range from new immigrants, a volunteer from abroad, an orphan or an individual from a broken home. Lone soldiers join all units of Israeli military. Most […]
LIBI Lone Soldier Series: A Daughter Puts Her “Life on the Line and on Hold”
Today, there are more than 6,000 lone soldiers serving in the Israeli Defense Forces. A “lone soldier” is a soldier who has no family in Israel to support him or her. They range from new immigrants, a volunteer from abroad, an orphan or an individual from a broken home. Lone soldiers join all units of Israeli military. […]
IDF Golani Marathon Kicks Off in Israel’s North as Runners Race Across Entire Country
Over the last several year, Israel has become very active in the marathon circuit. Having one of the most difficult marathons in the world, the Jerusalem marathon, as well as many others throughout the year, Israelis are no foreigner when it comes to running for sport, health and fun. For the past 28 years, the IDF Golani Brigade […]
LIBI Lone Soldier Series: Two Brothers Stand Up in Defense of Israel
LIBI and Breaking Israel News have partnered together to present a special series highlighting current Lone Soldiers who serve in the IDF. Today, there are more than 6,000 lone soldiers serving in the Israeli Defense Forces. A “lone soldier” is a soldier who has no family in Israel to support him or her. They range from new immigrants, a […]
LIBI Lone Soldier Series: A Young Woman’s Fight to Impact the Future of the Nation
Today, there are more than 6,000 lone soldiers serving in the Israeli Defense Forces. Lone soldiers join all units of Israeli military. Most lone soldiers who enlist in the IDF are highly motivated to serve and protect Israel. LIBI USA, which works to support Israel’s defenders in all aspects of life, has launched a new initiative to […]
IDF Rescue, Medical Delegation Headed to Nepal Following Devastating Quake
Israel has sent a delegation of emergency responders to Nepal following a devastating earthquake that has killed more than 2,150 people and injured some 4,800 others. On Saturday, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake began outside the capital of Kathmandu. The quake is the worst tremor to his the South Asian country in over 80 years. Tremors […]