Israeli military veterans, a backbone of protest movement, vow to keep demonstrating | CNN

A growing number of Israeli military veterans are taking part in the ongoing protests against the government's judicial overhaul plan, vowing to continue demonstrating and even refusing to serve or train if the changes go through.

Among them is Yiftach Golov, a veteran from an elite forces reconnaissance unit who now sees himself as fighting for justice and liberty. He believes that the values of freedom and democracy represented on Israel's flag are being threatened by the government's plans, which would give governing parties more control over the judiciary.

Golov's group, "Brother and Sisters in Arms," is one of several organizations made up of veterans who have taken to the streets to protest. These groups use skills learned during their military service to organize and mobilize, but also bring a deep sense of motivation and commitment to their cause.

Many veterans are now questioning the government's plans, with some even threatening not to serve or train if they go through. Golov says he understands this motivation, but emphasizes that he is willing to make sacrifices for what he believes in.

The pressure from Israel's veteran community has been seen as a key factor in pushing the government to delay the legislation. However, many protesters remain skeptical, fearing that this pause is simply a stalling tactic.

As the protests continue, Golov and his fellow veterans remain resolute in their commitment to defending Israeli democracy. They see themselves as part of something bigger than themselves, willing to make sacrifices for what they believe in.

The Israeli protest movement is made up of many different groups, but the involvement of veteran organizations has been a crucial factor in bringing attention to the cause. With hundreds of thousands of protesters taking to the streets for the 13th week in a row, it remains to be seen how this will ultimately play out.
 
Military veterans are super passionate about justice ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ’ช! Yiftach Golov is like a true hero ๐Ÿ’ฅ๐Ÿ‘ฎโ€โ™‚๏ธ, fighting for freedom and democracy in Israel โœŠ๏ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ. Their group "Brother and Sisters in Arms" is totally on point ๐Ÿ”ดโš”๏ธ, using their military skills to organize and mobilize ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ’ช. I'm so proud of them! ๐Ÿ‘

The government needs to listen to the people's concerns ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ๐Ÿ‘€, not just try to push things through ๐Ÿ’ผ๐Ÿ˜’. It's like, they're trying to stall the process, but are they really addressing the issues? ๐Ÿค”๐Ÿ’ญ

I'm all for defending democracy and human rights โœŠ๏ธ๐ŸŒŽ, and I think these veterans are doing a great job leading the charge ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ’ช! Their commitment is truly inspiring ๐Ÿ’–๐Ÿ‘. Fingers crossed that their efforts will lead to positive change ๐Ÿคž๐ŸŒˆ!
 
๐Ÿค” I'm still trying to wrap my head around the idea that these Israeli military veterans are literally putting everything on the line to fight for their country's democratic values ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ’ช It's crazy to think that some of these guys have been through intense training and have seen some heavy stuff, only to now be taking a stand against what they believe is an attack on those very same principles ๐Ÿ’ฅ What really gets me is how motivated they are - like, some of them are even saying they'd rather not serve or train if the changes go through ๐Ÿคฏ That kind of commitment is something I can definitely get behind ๐Ÿ‘Š
 
I'm worried about the direction Israel is heading ๐Ÿค•. These veterans are speaking truth to power and standing up for what they believe in, but it's still uncertain if their efforts will make a real difference. I think the fact that some protesters might not serve or train if the changes go through is a good sign, though - it shows people aren't afraid to take a stand. The government needs to listen to the concerns of its citizens and be transparent about their plans ๐Ÿค. If they can find a way to address these issues without sacrificing democracy and freedom, I think that's a win-win for everyone ๐Ÿ’ช.
 
man i feel like people r getting hung up on the timing here, like the gov's just tryna buy some time before implementing these changes they're not gonna magically change their minds 'cause some vets are gettin vocal lol the gov's got to listen tho, can't keep pushin thru w/o addressing ppl's concerns gotta be willing 2 negotiate & compromise
 
I'm keeping an eye on this situation and I gotta say, it's really interesting to see Israeli veterans taking a stand against their government ๐Ÿค”. On one hand, you've got these brave men and women who have dedicated their lives to defending the country, now using those same skills to fight for justice and democracy within the system. It's like they're saying, "We know how it feels to make tough decisions, let's use that experience to hold our leaders accountable" ๐Ÿ’ช.

But at the same time, I'm a bit concerned about the potential consequences of these protests ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™‚๏ธ. I mean, we've seen this happen before in other countries where protests have led to violence or even regime change... and it's always a tricky situation to navigate.

I think what's most important right now is that the government listens to these veterans' concerns and has an open dialogue about the changes they're proposing ๐Ÿ’ฌ. It's clear that there are valid fears on both sides, and finding common ground might just be the key to resolving this whole thing ๐Ÿค.
 
Omg, I'm literally shook by these Israeli veterans speaking out against their gov's judicial overhaul plan ๐Ÿคฏ! They're not just fighting for themselves, they're standing up for freedom and democracy ๐Ÿ’ฅ. It's inspiring to see them using their military skills to organize and mobilize the protests ๐Ÿ‘Š. I mean, Yiftach Golov is a total boss, calling out the gov's plans and refusing to back down ๐Ÿ™Œ. The fact that his group has gained so much attention is proof that they're onto something ๐Ÿ’ก. Now, let's keep the pressure on the gov until they make some serious changes ๐Ÿ’ช #JusticeForIsrael #FreedomOverFear #VeteransForDemocracy
 
Wow ๐Ÿคฏ, I'm really impressed by these Israeli veterans standing up for what they believe in! It's like, whoa... their dedication and conviction are inspiring ๐Ÿ’ช, especially when you think about the risks they might face if they continue to protest. I mean, not just physical harm but also social backlash too ๐Ÿ˜ฌ. But hey, it's great that they're using their military experience to make a difference in their community ๐Ÿ™Œ. The fact that these groups are making such a big impact is crazy... I'm keeping an eye on this situation ๐Ÿ‘€
 
I'm just worried about what's going down in Israel man... these vets are really stepping up and speaking out against this gov't plan ๐Ÿคฏ they're putting everything on the line for their country, and I gotta respect that. But at the same time, I'm like "dude, delay it, don't push it through just yet" ๐Ÿ˜ฌ you know? I mean, a hundred thousand people taking to the streets is crazy, but if they think this pause is just a stall tactic... idk, man. Can we trust them to actually make some changes for real? ๐Ÿค” I guess only time will tell, but my heart's with these veterans and their fight for democracy ๐Ÿ’ช
 
๐Ÿค” So I'm wondering, what do you think about the Israeli government's judicial overhaul plan? Do you think they're going too far by giving governing parties more control over the judiciary? ๐Ÿ™…โ€โ™‚๏ธ It seems like a lot of veterans are speaking out against it, and that's got to count for something. But at the same time, there's still skepticism about whether this pause is just a stalling tactic. Do you think the protesters have a valid point, or are they being too extreme? ๐Ÿค Should the government be able to make changes to the judiciary without input from the public? What do you think is the right balance here? ๐Ÿ“Š
 
๐Ÿค” I'm loving the way these veterans are using their military skills to organize and mobilize the protests. It's like they're taking a page from my design book - you know, balance, symmetry, and a clear structure! ๐Ÿ˜Š But seriously, it's impressive to see how the veteran community is coming together to fight for what they believe in. And yeah, I'm not surprised that the pressure from them has been pushing the government to delay the legislation... I mean, who wants to mess with a room full of motivated and determined people? ๐Ÿค It'll be interesting to see how this plays out, but one thing's for sure - these veterans are bringing some serious heat to the protest movement! ๐Ÿ”ฅ
 
omg, can you even imagine? these israeli vets are like, totally serious about opposing the gov's plans ๐Ÿคฏ... and I gotta respect that - they're not just whistling Dixie, they're willing to make a stand for what they believe in ๐Ÿ’ช. it's wild how much pressure from the vet community has been getting them to delay the legislation โฑ๏ธ. now, i'm no expert, but it seems like these protesters are all about defending democracy and freedom... which is, like, kinda important ๐Ÿ™Œ. I don't know what the endgame is gonna be, but for now, i'm hyped to see these israeli vets holding their ground ๐Ÿ’ฅ. can we talk about how inspiring this is tho?
 
omg, i'm literally shook by all these Israeli veterans speaking out against the gov's plans ๐Ÿคฏ! Yiftach Golov's story is giving me major chills - a former elite forces recon unit vet now fighting for justice and liberty ๐Ÿ’ช? I don't blame him one bit for being willing to make sacrifices for what he believes in, and it's insane that they're using their military skills to organize and mobilize the protests ๐Ÿค.

The gov's plans are literally undermining everything Israel stands for on its flag - freedom, democracy, and equality ๐ŸŒŽ. It's not just about the veterans anymore, though; the whole country is taking notice and demanding change ๐Ÿ”ฅ. I'm rooting for these brave individuals who are risking it all to stand up for what's right ๐Ÿ’•. Fingers crossed that their protests bring real change soon ๐Ÿคž!
 
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