Flip-Flops in Defense of Freedom: FIDF’s Morally Indefensible Response to October 7 and the Scandal That’s Shaking Donor Trust

How FIDF raised a fortune, hoarded it, and handed out flip-flops during Israel’s darkest hour.

Jul 06, 2025

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The Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) finds itself once again under intense scrutiny, its carefully cultivated image compromised by troubling revelations about financial practices, honesty, and integrity.

Philanthropic consultant Arnie Draiman initially raised pointed questions in early 2024 aimed at uncovering the truth behind FIDF's financial…

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