Sderot teens. (screenshot)

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While teenagers in many parts of the world obsess over college, social media, and the latest trends, their Israeli counterparts prepare to defend their nation in one of the world’s top militaries.

In the Gaza-belt town of Sderot, Israeli high school seniors get ready for their service in the IDF.

This means buckling down to prepare for the rigorous physical and mental demands required of the one of the world’s most finely tuned fighting machines.

Check out their hard work and dedication!