Overview

• Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir spoke to soldiers across air, sea, and land via the IDF’s communications network on the eve of Rosh Hashanah.
• He praised service members as the nation’s shield, calling them “the Iron Wall of the State of Israel” and “the guarantee of victory.”
• Zamir said combat would continue through the holiday with strength and sound judgment for Israel’s security.
• He honored fallen soldiers, acknowledged bereaved families, and pledged continued support for the physically and emotionally wounded.
• He closed with traditional holiday blessings, urging troops to succeed in their missions as the public stands with them in prayer.