Military Expands Immigrant Recruitment
IDF Launches Tailored Enlistment Tracks for Older Immigrants in Phase B Initiative
New IDF initiative targets immigrants 26+ for military service in professional roles, strengthening defense capabilities while deepening newcomers' connection to Israel.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) is extending invitations to new immigrants aged 26 and older who are already residing in Israel to enlist through specialized "Phase B" service tracks, aiming to harness their skills in professional or general roles while enhancing their integration into Israeli society via meaningful military contributions.
This values-based program, set to be formally announced by the IDF's Human Resources Directorate in the coming days, targets immigrants who have committed their futures to the country, offering assignments that maximize their potential, from positions leveraging expertise in technology, medicine, languages, and other fields to essential roles in administration, logistics, and home-front support.
The initiative represents a mutual benefit: bolstering the IDF with mature, motivated personnel amid ongoing security needs, while providing participants with a profound sense of belonging and purpose, according to a source familiar with the details.
Developed in coordination with absorption organizations like the Jewish Agency and the Ministry of Aliyah and Integration, the effort recognizes untapped potential among immigrants driven by Zionist ideals to join Israel's narrative, particularly strengthening reserve units and reinforcing the IDF's role as the people's army.