Historic milestone in the IDF: First haredi officer course completed by Hashmonaim Brigade

Fifteen cadets graduated as the first officers of the IDF's Hashmonaim Brigade. The chief of staff said the course breaks new ground in integrating haredim into the military and building the brigade's command echelon. This historic milestone marks a significant step in the IDF's efforts to integrate ultra-Orthodox soldiers into combat and leadership roles within the army.

The Hashmonaim Brigade completed its first haredi officer course, with fifteen cadets graduating as officers. The IDF chief of staff stated that the course breaks new ground in integrating haredim into the military and building the brigade's command echelon. The milestone was reported by Israel National News on October 20, 2026.