In Israel, women also have to do military service.
Author - Dov Eilon
Dov worked for 22 years on Israeli radio and television responsible for background music and sound effects for programs after completing studies at the Jerusalem Music Academy. Dov plays the cello.
But he always had a knack for journalism, and since 2001 has been writing for several German-language websites in addition to his work on television.
With Israel Today since May 2016, Dov enjoys focusing on reporting from Israel that gives readers abroad an honest picture of life and events in Israel. Dov oversees the website in German.
Dov is married with three grown children and lives in Modiin between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.
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Female Tank Crews Take the Field
At the end of June, following nearly a year-and-a-half of special training, the Israeli army’s first female tank crew members took the field.
Small Drone, Big Impact
For nearly three months now Palestinian activists in Gaza have been terrorizing southern Israel with flaming kites and balloons carrying small incendiary devices, the so-called “kite terror.”
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Securing the Coasts
There is nothing nicer than spending a summer day on the beach. The possibility never crosses our minds that the sea could be concealing terrorist threats.
Drones Save Lives
The Homefront Command of the Israeli army has been using drones for almost two years.
The IDF Celebrates 70 Years
Shortly after the State of Israel marked its 70th Independence Day, the Israeli army also celebrated its 70th anniversary.
Peter Falk Detective Columbo
Just 1.68 meters (5’ 6”) tall, crumpled trench coat, an old Peugeot.
