Teens on “Benaya Patrol” Help Hebron Soldiers

Local high school students from Kiryat Arba and Hebron have formed
what they called Sayeret Benaya, or “Benaya Patrol” named for 26-year-old Major Benaya Sarel, a native
of Kiryat Arab who was killed in 2014 during Operation Protective Edge. While soldiers
stationed in the Hebron and Kiriyat Arba area are on patrol against terrorists, the
teenagers are on patrol delivering drinks and snacks to them. Members of the general
public have joined the Benaya Patrol as well.

 

Each week hot tea, pizza, and snacks are delivered to army outposts. But most
importantly, the Benaya Patrol delivers good vibes and a warm atmosphere. The soldiers
are not only securing the immediate area, but the entire country, as many terrorists
that have attacked large Israeli population centers have emanated from Hebron. The
soldiers are also indirectly protecting residents of the PA who bear the brunt of the
unwanted terrorist presence in their areas. 

 

The project builds a relationship between high school students who will soon
be inducted into army service and active duty soldiers.

 

Other projects of the Beyaya Patrol include hosting cookouts and barbecues
and other social events for soldiers stationed far from home. The students see
themselves as emissaries of the Israeli public, and call upon the general population to
support the troops. 

 

For more information on Sayeret Benaya, visit the Facebook
page.