Kan News Director Yitzik Brashi Dies in Cycling Accident
Yitzik Brashi, the director of the news division at Israel's Kan News public broadcaster, died in a road accident on the morning of September 19, 2026. The incident occurred on Highway 44 near the Nesharim interchange, close to Ramla, while Brashi was cycling. Kan News announced his death, expressing deep sorrow and highlighting Brashi's significant contributions to the development of broadcasting. The company described him as one of their most professional and talented managers, who had been with the organization since its founding in 2018. Colleagues remembered his dedication, professionalism, and leadership, particularly during challenging wartime conditions. Brashi is survived by his wife, Shirley, and their three children, Karen, Roy, and Itai. The company stated his memory would live on within the organization and the wider Israeli journalistic community.
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