Nadene Goldfoot
Sayeret Matkal, also known as Unit 269 or "The Unit," is a renowned special forces unit within the Israel Defense Force (IDF). It is recognized for its exceptional skills in various environments and specializes in missions such as Hostage Rescue, Counterterrorism, and Long Range Reconnaissance. Benjamin Netanyahu was captain while in this force.
- 2023 - 2023 Israel-Hamas War - rescue of Israeli hostages and to assassinate key Hamas leaders in the Gaza Strip.
- Emphasis is on leadership, critical thinking, and teamwork throughout the 16-month course. Successful candidates undergo an additional 5 months of classified specialized training.
- Desired traits include strong willpower, determination, adaptability, discretion, creativity, perseverance, self-confidence, and reliability. Operators are expected to be technically versatile and excellent team players.
- Candidates for Sayeret Matkal must be born in Israel. The recruitment process involves physical fitness testing, medical examinations, and intelligence assessments.
- In the 2023 Israel–Hamas war, the unit had reportedly lost at least 11 soldiers and was preparing to liberate hostages captured by Hamas.
- The journey includes Yom Sayarot (Pre-Selection Phase), followed by Gibbush Matkal (Selection or Qualification Course) lasting five days and an Advanced Basic Training Course.
- After service, many join the Sayeret Matkal Reserves or pursue careers in the Mossad.
- It is considered one of the premier special forces units of Israel. Notable commanders are:
Ehud Barak
Yonatan Netanyahu
Nehemiah Tamari
Uzi Dayan
Moshe Yaalon
Omer Bar-Lev
Benjamin Netanyahu
Iddo Netanyahu- Resource:
- Edited: 9/13/24
- https://force-fit.co.uk/blogs/fitness-tests-of-the-worlds-elite-forces/fitness-tests-of-israels-sayeret-matkal?srsltid=AfmBOopstqLse2NmTmBeCTeQe5WWhk8XAYHJqJvWh0KxUHgZpEHCuE3X
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7NTlT1qRDYM
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sayeret_Matkal
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