In December, Awad Suleiman (see here previously) became the first member of Israel’s Druze minority to be promoted to the rank of Colonel in the Israeli Air Force. He has now taken command of his new unit. His commander said Awad would be an inspiration for many to follow him.

https://www.jns.org/first-druze-colonel-in-israeli-air-force-takes-command-of-maintenance-unit/