Israeli Ambassador's Son Critically Injured in Terror Attack Shows Tentative Improvement

Israel's Ambassador to the United States, Yechiel Leiter, has shared an update on his son Neriah's condition following a severe terror attack. Neriah was critically injured last week when a Palestinian terrorist rammed his vehicle into a checkpoint on Route 443. He sustained a severe head injury and was evacuated to Shaare Zedek Medical Center.

Ambassador Leiter had previously called for public prayers for his son, stating, "We need a miracle." He canceled his participation in preparations for the Prime Minister's UN address and flew to Israel to be by his son's side. In a recent post on X, Leiter expressed gratitude for the prayers and support received, but emphasized that Neriah's life "is still hanging by a thread." He also requested continued prayers for other terror victims.

Despite the gravity of the situation, the Ambassador noted "some encouraging signs" that the family is clinging to with hope. However, no official medical update indicates that Neriah is out of mortal danger. Neriah Leiter, a reservist combat soldier from Havat Yair in the Samaria region, was injured when the terrorist drove his car at the checkpoint. Tragically, Neriah's brother, Moshe Yedidya Leiter, a reserve major, was killed in combat in the Gaza Strip earlier in the war.

The family's faith in the power of prayer and divine healing remains strong, even in the face of seemingly impossible circumstances.