98th Paratroopers Division (IDF)

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Structure 98th Paratroopers Division
Structure 98th Paratroopers Division

The Israel Defense Forces 98th Paratroopers Division, also known as the "Ha-Esh"/"The Fire" Formation, is a reserve-service Infantry division in the IDF. It is subordinate to the Central Regional Command.

[edit] Units

  • 35th "Flying Serpent" Paratroopers Brigade (Regular)
  • 226th "Ha-Nesher ha-Shahor"/"The Black Eagle" Paratroopers Brigade (Reserve)
  • 551th "Hetzei Ha-Esh"/"Arrows of Fire" Paratroopers Brigade (Reserve)
  • 623th "Hod Ha-Hanit"/"Head of the Spear" Paratroopers Brigade (Reserve)
  • 646th "Shualey Merom"/"Sky Foxes" Paratroopers Brigade (Reserve)
  • "Maglan"/"Ibis" Special Forces Deep Penetration Demolition Unit
  • Unit 7298 "YANMAM" Special Forces Anti-Aircraft Parchuting Unit
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