21 Israeli soldiers killed in Gaza, Iran celebrates
Tragic Loss: 21 Israeli Soldiers Killed in Gaza Strip
In a devastating blow to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), 21 soldiers lost their lives in the southern Gaza Strip on Monday. This marks the deadliest incident since the ongoing war against Hamas began.
The soldiers were engaged in preparing two ten-story buildings for demolition when a Palestinian terrorist emerged from a tunnel shaft. The terrorist fired an RPG at a tank protecting the soldiers, resulting in the death of two soldiers and injury of two others. Another RPG blast potentially triggered an explosion, causing the buildings to collapse with the soldiers trapped inside.
Since the horrific Hamas massacre on October 7, which claimed the lives of 1,200 Israelis, a staggering 556 Israeli soldiers have been killed. To put this into perspective, it is equivalent to the loss of approximately 4,500 American soldiers.
“Approved for publication,” is more than a phrase, it is the term the @IDFSpokesperson uses when the painful announcement of soldiers fallen is made. An announcement made to the public only after the bereaved families are notified. A task challenged today by the endless flow of… pic.twitter.com/oVPgNseTtg
— Lt. Col. (R) Peter Lerner (@LTCPeterLerner) January 23, 2024
According to IDF spokesperson Daniel Hagari, the families of the fallen soldiers have been notified. The names of the soldiers are:
Sergeant Major (res.) Itamar Tal, 32.
Sergeant Major (res.) Adam Bismut, 35.
Sergeant Major (res.) Shay Biton Hayun, 40.
Sergeant Major (res.) Zegeye Danielk Kasau, 38.
Sergeant Major (res.) Matan Lazar, 32.
Sergeant first class (res.) Hadar Kapeluk, 23.
Sergeant Major (res.) Sergey Gontmaherr, 37.
Sergeant first class (res.) Elkana Yehuda Sfez, 25.
Sergeant first class (res.) Yuval Lopez, 27.
Master sergeant (res.) Yoav Levi, 29.
Sergeant first class (res.) Nicholas Berger, 22.
Sergeant first class (res.) Cydrick Garin, 23.
Sergeant Major (res.) Rafael Elias Mosheyoff, 33.
Sergeant Major (res.) Barak Haim Ben Valid, 33.
Sergeant First Class (res.) Ahmad Abu Latif, 26.
Captain (res.) Nir Binyamin, 29.
Master Sergeant (res.) Elkana Vizel, 35.
Sergeant First Class (res.) Israel Socol, 24.
Captain (res.) Ariel Mordechay Wollfstal, 28.
Sergeant First Class (res.) Sagi Idan, 24.
Sergeant major Mark Kononovich, 35.
In response to the tragic loss of Israeli soldiers, a disturbing banner was unveiled in Tehran, Iran’s capital. The banner depicted a pile of dead Israeli soldiers with a menorah symbolizing their imminent downfall. It carried the chilling message, “The storm continues,” referencing the October 7 massacre known as the “Al Aqsa Storm” by Hamas.
Commentator Yashar Ali emphasized the significance of the banner, stating, “It’s important to note that such a banner would not go up unless it was approved by people familiar with the Supreme Leader’s thinking and what his red lines are on propaganda.”
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In the aftermath of the greatest loss of IDF soldiers in a single day since the war began, the Islamic Republic of Iran has installed a new banner in Palestine Square in Tehran.
It features artwork of a pile of dead Israeli soldiers, with a menorah lit ablaze that is about… pic.twitter.com/TfwEy5fmQE
— Yashar Ali 🐘 (@yashar) January 23, 2024
How has the loss of these brave soldiers affected their families and the nation of Israel?
(res.) Adam Cohen, 34.
Sergeant (res.) David Greenberg, 31.
Sergeant first class (res.) Jonathan Cohen, 28.
Sergeant first class (res.) Eyal ben Moshe, 32.
Sergeant first class (res.) Aviel Peleg, 26.
Sergeant (res.) Eliran Twito, 30.
Sergeant (res.) Yair Adar, 29.
Sergeant first class (res.) Dan Baum, 33.
Sergeant first class (res.) Erez Cohen, 36.
Sergeant first class (res.) Roi Coral, 31.
The loss of these brave soldiers is a devastating blow to their families, friends, and the entire nation of Israel. Their sacrifice and dedication to protecting their country will never be forgotten.
This tragic incident highlights the ongoing threat that Israel faces from extremist groups like Hamas. The IDF has been engaged in a difficult war against Hamas since October, with both sides experiencing heavy losses. However, the loss of these 21 soldiers serves as a reminder of the grave risks that IDF soldiers face on a daily basis, risking their lives to protect their fellow citizens and ensure the security of Israel.
Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett expressed his deepest condolences to the families of the fallen soldiers and vowed to continue the fight against terrorism. He stated, “We will not rest until the threat of Hamas is eliminated and the people of Israel can live in peace and security.”
The international community has also condemned the attack and expressed their solidarity with Israel. Several countries, including the United States, have reiterated their support for Israel’s right to defend itself against terrorist threats.
The loss of these soldiers is a painful reminder of the devastating toll that war takes on the lives of military personnel and their families. As the nation mourns the loss of these brave soldiers, it is important to honor their memory and support their families in their time of grief.
May the souls of these 21 soldiers rest in peace, and may their families find comfort in the knowledge that their loved ones made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of their country.
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