Israeli Defensive Forces (IDF)

Did you know: that there is required military service for Israeli citizens? 2 years for women, 3 for men. And that fighters (not everyone is a fighter - some are medics, secretaries, engineers, etc) are issued a gun that they must keep with them 24/7? Eithan was a fighter in the tank unit - he was issued an AK-47 to be kept at his side at all times.....for 3 years. crazy....