The IDF said Tuesday it has completed preparations for Pesach, with thousands of soldiers set to hold Seder nights inside active combat zones in Gaza and southern Lebanon for a third consecutive year. The military said it distributed more than 106 tons of matzah, tens of thousands of Haggadot and thousands of specially prepared food packages ahead of the holiday.

According to the IDF’s Logistics and Technology Directorate, troops will receive tailored “Seder Night for the Fighter” kits designed for field conditions, alongside Kosher-for-Pesach food supplies adapted for combat operations. Air force personnel are also being equipped with “Boost in the Skies” packages containing protein and energy supplements to support extended missions.

The Military Rabbinate has prepared Haggadot suited for operational settings and deployed unit Rabbis to help lead Seders on the front lines. The IDF said the effort is intended to allow soldiers to observe the holiday even while operating deep inside enemy territory.

The preparations come after widespread complaints during Passover 2025, when families of soldiers in Gaza reported food shortages and limited supplies reaching troops. Responding to the criticism, officials in the logistics branch said the military has adjusted its planning for this year. “We learned lessons and improved,” the IDF said.