I welcome the signing of the Chief of Staff's directive aimed at integrating members of the Haredi community into the IDF - a historic and significant step in strengthening the partnership and shared responsibility for the security of the State of Israel. Over the past year, I have led, together with officials from the Ministry of Defense and the IDF, the central principles in the process of formulating the directive, out of a deep commitment to ensuring that the integration of Haredi individuals is done while fully respecting their way of life, beliefs, and values, and recognizing that the study of Torah is a supreme value in the State of Israel. After a war that lasted two years and highlighted more than ever the magnitude of the challenge and the responsibility placed upon us - it is a great privilege to take part in the defense of the State of Israel. I am confident that members of the Haredi community will play a substantial and significant role in the national effort and in the right to defend the State of Israel. The IDF is the army of the people, and it will continue to operate in a spirit of mutual respect, adaptation, and responsibility - so that anyone who chooses to serve can do so with integrity, genuine contribution, and a sense of belonging. I will continue to work towards promoting tailored service tracks that strengthen the IDF and the entire Israeli society.