Two days after the death of four Nahal Brigade soldiers, the IDF Spokesperson announced this evening (Monday) the deaths of five more soldiers from the Nahal Brigade’s elite reconnaissance unit. The explosion occurred during an operation in Beit Hanoun, northern Gaza. The wounded soldiers were evacuated to hospitals for medical treatment, and their families have been notified.
The fallen soldiers are, Captain Yair Yaakov Shoshan, 23, from Maalot-Tarshiha, team commander in the Nahal reconnaissance unit; Staff Sergeant Yahav Hadar, 20, from Kfar Tavor, fighter in the Nahal reconnaissance unit; Staff Sergeant Guy Carmiel, 20, from Gedera, fighter in the Nahal reconnaissance unit; Staff Sergeant Yoav Feffer, 19, from Herzliya, fighter in the Nahal reconnaissance unit; and Staff Sergeant Aviel Weissman, 20, from Upper Poria, fighter in the Nahal reconnaissance unit.
“Beloved and Cherished Sons”
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his condolences: “A difficult and sorrowful day. On behalf of all Israeli citizens, I extend deep condolences to the families of the five IDF heroes who fell today in Gaza. Captain Yair Yaakov Shoshan, Staff Sergeant Yahav Hadar, Staff Sergeant Guy Carmiel, Staff Sergeant Yoav Peper, and Staff Sergeant Aviel Weissman gave their lives for the security of our nation. The entire nation embraces you in your grief. We pray for the recovery of all the wounded. May the memory of our heroes be blessed and forever engraved in our hearts.”
President Isaac Herzog added: “The loss of these five beloved and cherished sons of Israel is unbearable. I bow my head in honor of the grieving families and pray for the full recovery of the injured. These brave warriors who sacrificed their lives for the protection of our people and homeland will never be forgotten. May their memory be blessed and preserved in our hearts forever.”
Yoav Feffer: A Young Man of Values, Humility, and Dreams
Herzliya Mayor Yariv Fisher wrote: “Yoav wasn’t just a neighbor; he was an integral part of our community. He was a modest and virtuous young man with dreams, who gave the ultimate sacrifice to protect us. The pain of losing such a hero is beyond words.”
Captain Yair Yaakov Shoshan: A Towering Figure, the Pride of the Nation
At his high school, the ORT yeshiva in Maalot, the staff expressed their sorrow: “We are devastated by the loss of our dear alumnus, Yair Shoshan, who was the salt of the earth. Our thoughts are with his family during this unimaginable time.”
Aviel Weissman: Embracing the Grieving Family
The Upper Poria municipality shared: “Aviel was a valued member of our community. His family is in our hearts during this time of sorrow. May you be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.”
Guy Carmiel: Offering Warm Embrace and Support
Gedera’s local council mourned his loss: “With great sorrow and broken hearts, we received the devastating news of the passing of Israel’s hero, Staff Sergeant Guy Carmiel. We embrace his grieving family and promise to stand by their side, offering a warm embrace and unwavering support in any way needed.
In this painful time, on behalf of the residents of Gedera, the council head, its members, and all staff, we extend our deepest condolences and sincere love to Guy’s family – his parents, Meirav and Oren; his sisters, Adi and Hila; his grandfather, Udi; and his grandmothers, Riva and Fruma.
Guy, a heroic fighter in the Nahal Brigade’s elite reconnaissance unit, was an active member of the Maccabi Tzair youth movement and a proud graduate of the Darca Ramon high school in Gedera. He will forever be remembered as an integral part of Gedera’s story and that of the State of Israel.
Guy was a young man of values, a leader, humble and full of dreams. It is difficult to grasp this loss.
We call on the public to pay their final respects by arriving half an hour before the funeral, bringing Israeli flags, and lining Ben Gurion Street from the cemetery to accompany Guy on his final journey.”
Yahav Hadar: Beloved by His Friends
The Kfar Tavor municipality paid tribute: “Yahav loved his hometown and the open spaces where he often biked and hiked. He was cherished by all who knew him. We extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.”
