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Herzog awards Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor to 11 distinguished figures

ספט 7, 2026 ·  Source: The Jerusalem Post 82Objectivity score82/100

Herzog awards Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor to 11 distinguished figures

It is the highest civilian recognition awarded by the State of Israel, presented to leading figures both in Israel and abroad in government, culture, and public service.

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President Isaac Herzog awarded the Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor to 11 distinguished figures on Sunday at the President's Residence. This highest civilian recognition, established in 2012, acknowledges individuals who have made exceptional contributions to Israel or humanity through their skills and service. The recipients were honored for their lifelong dedication and lasting impact across various fields, including science, culture, academia, and public service.

"Each and every one of you is a beacon in your field... a genuine, personal example of the power to make a difference,"

President Herzog stated, emphasizing their global contributions and calling for national unity during the election period. The honorees include professors in nanotechnology, psychology, education, and zoology, social activists, a musician, an actress, a former Knesset member, and a rabbi.

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