Avishai Shoshani, recognized as a 'Hero of Israel' at a Channel 14 resilience conference, describes his nearly two-year rehabilitation after being wounded in the war. He says his dream was to return to reserve duty with his friends, and that last year he completed 103 days of reserve service, calling it an indescribable feeling of victory.
Avishai Shoshani, a wounded reservist, spoke at the Channel 14 Resilience and Mental Health Conference. He was wounded in the war and underwent nearly two years of rehabilitation. In an interview with Tal Meir, Shoshani said his dream was to return to serve with his friends in the reserves. He stated that last year he completed 103 days of reserve duty, a milestone he described as an indescribable victory. The Zioneer has previously reported on the challenges facing wounded soldiers, including mental health struggles and fundraising efforts for rehabilitation homes. This personal account highlights the resilience of Israeli reservists and the long road to recovery.
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