Hi-tech male, female artillery soldiers aiding in defense against Iran, Hezbollah talk to 'Post'
A mixed-gender artillery unit in the IDF is addressing combat manpower shortages amid ongoing tensions with Iran and Hezbollah. The Jerusalem Post conducted interviews with these soldiers stationed near the Israel-Lebanon border. Their contributions are seen as vital to the defense efforts in the region.
- ▪The IDF has deployed a mixed-gender artillery unit to support combat operations.
- ▪This unit is helping to alleviate manpower shortages during the ongoing conflict.
- ▪The soldiers are stationed near the Israel-Lebanon border, a critical area of tension.
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Hi-tech male, female artillery soldiers aiding in defense against Iran, Hezbollah talk to 'Post'The Jerusalem Post interviewed a mixed female-male IDF firepower unit that is helping to fill combat manpower shortages.Follow us on GoogleSoldiers from an artillery unit stationed near the Israel-Lebanon border during the ongoing war with Iran and Hezbollah, March 15, 2026; illustrative.(photo credit: AYAL MARGOLIN/FLASH90)
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