Military also replaces senior naval officer who resigned amid allegations of illicit sexual relationships with subordinates

Maj. 'Gimel' to head the IAF's Nachshon Squadron, which operates surveillance aircraft; 'You are a role model and an inspiration,' air force chief says

Pair of 19-year-olds argue that by not allowing women to serve in some combat roles the military is violating their right to equality

Army says there's been no change since last summer, when the integration of women was frozen due to the financial cost, despite a successful pilot program

Israel Defense Forces say decision made due to 'manpower considerations,' women fighters will instead remain in existing mixed units