FIDF series provides behind-the-scenes insights from Israeli newsmakers

Friends of the Israel Defense Forces

(FIDF) launched a new, diverse virtual series, titled “Behind the Headlines.” The special series aims to provide exclusive access and insights into Israeli news and newsmakers, delivered by the people who actually shape the events. The series will also shed light on the growing impact of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on all aspects of Israeli society and on new frontiers.

Four of the seven online events in the series are scheduled in December. On Tuesday, Dec. 1, Col. Yuval Moshe, Chief of the IDF Southern Command Engineering Corps, will discuss the unearthing of terror tunnels. On Tuesday, Dec. 8, IDF International Spokesperson Lt. Col. Jonathan Conricus will discuss fighting media bias against Israel. On Tuesday, Dec. 22, Former Head of the IDF Central Command Maj. Gen. Nadav Padan will join to discuss “Cyber Warfare: The New Dimension in Modern War.” Both Padan and Friedman will explore the military and diplomatic effects of the unique relationship between the U.S. and Israel. On Tuesday, Dec. 29, a senior IDF commander will share experiences of combat soldiers serving along the Northern border.

“There are so many Israel and IDF supporters across America who follow the Israeli news on a daily basis and are deeply invested in the way things unfold on the other side of the ocean,” said FIDF National Director and CEO Steven Weil. “We wanted to provide these supporters with unique access to the details behind processes, policies and important decisions directly from the people who affect the reality in Israel.”

For more information on each event and to register, please visit www.fidf.org/ covid19/engage.

About Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF)

FIDF was established in 1981 by a group of Holocaust survivors as a 501(c)(3) not-forprofit organization, with the mission of offering educational, cultural, recreational and social programs and facilities that provide hope, purpose and life-changing support for the soldiers who protect Israel and Jews worldwide. Today, FIDF has more than 150,000 loyal supporters and 24 chapters throughout the United States and Panama. FIDF proudly supports IDF soldiers, families of fallen soldiers and wounded veterans through a variety of innovative programs that reinforce the vital bond between the communities in the United States, the soldiers of the IDF and the State of Israel. For more information, please visit www.fidf.org.