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In this brief first‑person account, Mauro (Speaker A) recounts his service in the Israeli Defence Forces. He clarifies that he was a rank‑and‑file soldier who volunteered for a special unit called Duvdevan (spelled Duvdeban in the transcript). He explains that while military service in Israel is compulsory, joining Duvdevan is optional and requires a separate selection process. The unit conducts covert, deep‑penetration operations behind enemy lines, employing specialized tactics and equipment that differ from conventional armored infantry missions. Mauro emphasizes the unique, high‑risk nature of these missions, which cannot be performed in standard soldier attire or with regular armored vehicles.










