IDF Artillery Unit Uses Mixed-Gender Teams to Direct Strikes

The Jerusalem Post interviewed members of an IDF artillery unit stationed near the Israel-Lebanon border. The unit includes both female and male soldiers who direct artillery fire, drones, and air force strikes against Hezbollah and Iran.

The soldiers belong to the Eitam unit, which focuses on high-tech firepower coordination. They operate from positions along the border during the current conflict. The unit helps address shortages in combat personnel by integrating soldiers into roles that guide strikes. Both women and men perform the same operational tasks within the unit.

The Jerusalem Post reported that the unit has been active as of March 15, 2026. Soldiers interviewed described their work directing strikes while stationed near the border. The reporting indicates the unit combines traditional artillery functions with drone and air support coordination.