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Col. Emunah Promoted to Tackle Haredi Integration Challenges

1/25/2026

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On January 25, 2026, the Israel Defense Forces promoted Col. Avinoam Emunah to serve as Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir's top adviser on haredi issues.
Emunah's duties will expand beyond the Hashmonaim Brigade to address questions about integrating ultra-Orthodox soldiers.
Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir will navigate government proposals on haredi integration and determine when to engage politically.
Emunah's rank should boost his influence and access to larger budgets for haredi integration.

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Story summary

On January 25, 2026, the Israel Defense Forces promoted Col. Avinoam Emunah to serve as Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir's top adviser on haredi issues.
Emunah's duties will expand beyond the Hashmonaim Brigade to address questions about integrating ultra-Orthodox soldiers.
Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir will navigate government proposals on haredi integration and determine when to engage politically.
Emunah's rank should boost his influence and access to larger budgets for haredi integration.