After a long hiatus because of the Iron Swords War, today marked the first swearing-in ceremony for soldiers of the Paratroopers Brigade at the Western Wall. The November 2023 draft included dozens of young fighters who arrived at the Wall accompanied by their commanders and family members for an emotional ceremony.
The Western Wall stone that had been on display at the Kirya (IDF headquarters in Tel Aviv) has been returned to the Western Wall.
Historic full circle: an ancient stone from the Western Wall, displayed for years in the IDF Headquarters compound, was returned this morning to its original
17 Iyar 5786
May 4, 2026
