Friends of the IDF (FIDF)

For Cpl. Itai, who grew up in New York and is spending his first Passover away from family and friends abroad, the support of FIDF "makes us feel comfortable, makes us feel at home."

Arlette came from France, and Anya came from Russia. Now, these two Israeli Air Force soldiers are helping defend their adoptive country through their service with the Air Force's canine unit, where Arlette serves as a commander and dog trainer, and Anya serves as a veterinary assistant.

Arlette and Anya - we salute you!

Every day through the end of Passover, we're bringing you stories from Israel Defense Forces soldiers who spent their Seder and all of last weekend at an IDF resort facility, thanks to FIDF supporters like you.

Meet Major Ariel, who serves as a company leader in the IDF's Givati Brigade:

Making waves: Captain Or Cohen is the first woman to ever command an IDF missile boat.

The women of the IDF never cease to amaze us!