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First Sergeant Yared M. Ben-Caro is a combat soldier in the Israel Defense Force. During the Gaza War, he served in Paratrooper Battalion 890 in the Heavy Weapons & Recon Company as Lead Sharpshooter and Missile Specialist.
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Thanks again Yared. I wish you and your friends all the best. Reply

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Yared Ben-CaroFirst Sergeant Yared M. Ben-Caro is a combat soldier in the Israel Defense Force. Born in Los Angeles, he immigrated to Israel in September, 2006, at the age of 21 after studying English, Pharmaceuticals, and Financial Management. During the 2008-9 Gaza War, he served in Paratrooper Battalion 890 in the Heavy Weapons & Recon Company as Lead Sharpshooter and Missile Specialist.
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