Tag Archives: Lone Soldiers

The phenomenon of “lone soldiers” predates the modern State of Israel. Today, the country is home to an estimated 7,000 of them.

Posted on May 15, 2025 by ArchitectGuy

FUTURE OF JEWISH These young Jews leave everything behind to defend Israel. Joshua Hoffman May 14, 2025 When Edan Alexander was released this week after more than 580 days in Hamas captivity, the news resonated far beyond Israel’s borders. Alexander, … Continue reading →

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90% of IDF Lone Soldiers move to Israel permanently after service – and they’re bringing their families with them.

Posted on December 1, 2015 by ArchitectGuy

ARUTZ SHEVA Coming home: Vast majority of ‘lone soldiers’ making aliyah by Ari Soffer December 1, 2015 An overwhelming majority of “lone soldiers” – volunteers from the Jewish Diaspora who join the Israel Defense Forces – make aliyah following their … Continue reading →

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Chicago Dad of Two Lone Soldiers reflects on Separate Realities

Posted on August 7, 2014 by ArchitectGuy

TIMES OF ISRAEL BLOG by Rob Rubin August 7, 2014 They say when times are tough you find out who are your true friends. My wife and I, as the parents of two sons currently serving in IDF combat units, … Continue reading →

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