{
  "id": 15900452,
  "title": "MDA inaugurates 96 new ambulances marking 96 years of lifesaving work",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/21/mda-inaugurates-96-new-ambulances-marking-96-years-of-lifesaving-work",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-21T14:32:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Jerusalem Post",
    "slug": "jerusalem-post",
    "url": "https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-912421"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Magen David Adom, Israel's national emergency medical service, marked its 96th year of lifesaving operations on Thursday by unveiling 96 new ambulances at its headquarters in Ramla. The solemn occasion was graced by Michel Katorza, president of the MDA European Friends Association, and MDA Director-General Eli Bin, alongside the organization's dedicated employees and volunteers.\n\nDonated by supporters from the United States, Canada, France, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Belgium, and Australia, these new vehicles were part of a global effort to bolster the MDA's emergency medical response capabilities. The ambulances will be distributed throughout Israel, complementing the existing fleet of approximately 2,000 ambulances, to enhance the organization's ability to respond to medical emergencies efficiently, both in regular operations and during crises.\n\nEli Bin, in his address, highlighted the significance of this milestone, stating that while 96 is a considerable age, Magen David Adom remains young and robust. He emphasized the organization's advanced modern lifesaving capabilities, which are well-equipped to tackle the diverse challenges and emergency scenarios that arise in Israel. Bin also extended his gratitude to the generous donors and friends' associations worldwide, whose unwavering support has been instrumental in strengthening Magen David Adom's mission: saving lives.",
  "summary": "The new vehicles, donated by supporters in seven countries, will join Magen David Adom’s fleet of approximately 2,000 ambulances operating across Israel.",
  "key_points": [
    "MDA inaugurates 96 new ambulances to celebrate 96 years of service",
    "Ambulances donated by supporters worldwide for enhanced emergency response",
    "Director-General Eli Bin emphasizes MDA's modern lifesaving capabilities"
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}