Medical Unit Crosses Border Under Fire, Loses Combat Status Without Explanation

Evacuating Wounded Under Rocket Alerts

Last Thursday, the situation came to a head when the soldiers evacuated wounded personnel at Rosh Hanikra under active rocket alert warnings. According to a report this morning on Kan News, the incident highlighted the dangerous reality these reservists face daily.

"We are constantly on high alert," stated N., a soldier serving in the unit. "We cross the border to evacuate casualties and we're under constant threat from drones and UAVs. It's insulting and shows they're disrespecting our lives."

Complaints Ignored, IDF Promises Review

The reservists raised the issue with their commanders but received no satisfactory response.

An IDF spokesperson responded to the Kan News report, stating: "The matter is under review. As part of the process, we are considering an option for these forces to participate in activities that would allow them to be included in the grade classification."

However, as the soldiers themselves note, they are already participating in precisely the type of activities that should qualify them for Grade A status, border crossings and casualty evacuations under hostile fire.

Intense Operations Continue in the North

Operational activity along the northern border remains intense. The IDF continues conducting extensive strikes against Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon, destroying weapons depots and launch sites prepared for firing.

Soldiers on the ground, including the medical company personnel, face constant danger. They operate in areas where Hezbollah continues violating ceasefire agreements, launching explosive drones and rockets at Israeli forces and Israeli territory. Recent incidents include multiple casualties from drone and mortar attacks during operations deep inside Lebanese territory.

The central question remains: why are soldiers who risk their lives daily, cross international borders, and evacuate wounded under fire not receiving the recognition and benefits they are entitled to according to military standards?