IDF: Israeli soldier killed in gunfight with Hezbollah terrorists in Lebanon
The Jerusalem Post • • world
Key Points:
- Israeli soldier St.-Sgt. Ori Greenberg, 21, of the Golani Brigade was killed in a firefight with Hezbollah terrorists in southern Lebanon while expanding the IDF's security zone.
- Another soldier was injured in the exchange but received medical treatment on site and did not require hospitalization.
- Greenberg's family donated his organs in accordance with his wishes as an Adi organ donor card signatory.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed deep sorrow and condolences, honoring Greenberg's bravery in defending Israel's northern border.
- Since March 2, intensified hostilities with Hezbollah have resulted in three IDF soldiers killed and multiple injuries from mortar and rocket fire, with the IDF targeting over 200 Hezbollah terror sites in response.
