Oz Brigade
| Oz Brigade | |
|---|---|
89th brigade patch | |
| Active | 2015–present |
| Country | Israel |
| Branch | Israeli Ground Forces |
| Role | Commando |
| Part of | Central Command 98th Division |
| Nickname | Commando brigade |
| Motto | "Thy hand shall be on the neck of thine enemies" (Genesis 49:8) |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | Brigadier General Omer Cohen |
The Oz Brigade (89th Brigade), also known as Commando Brigade, is an infantry formation for special operations of the Israeli Ground Forces. The brigade brings together four commando units – the Egoz Unit, the Maglan Unit, the Duvdevan Unit and the Operational Support Unit. It was established in December 2015. Commanded by Colonel Omer Cohen, the brigade operates as part of the 98th Division.