Israeli Tourist Drowns While Kayaking in Norway
Translated & summarized from Vesty by baba
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- Israeli man drowned while kayaking in Norway.
- He was on vacation with friends.
- One friend was injured and hospitalized.
- Israeli MFA and ZAKA are handling repatriation.
- Body to be returned to Israel for burial.
A 26-year-old Israeli man from Givat Ze'ev drowned while kayaking in Norway, Ynet reported on Thursday, October 1. The man was on vacation with friends when the incident occurred. One of his companions was injured when their kayak capsized and was taken to a local hospital.
The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the Israeli Embassy in Oslo and the department for Israelis Abroad are handling the case in coordination with Norwegian authorities. The ministry is in constant contact with the deceased's family, offering support.
Baruch Nidam, head of the international department of ZAKA, an organization that identifies victims of accidents and terror attacks, said ZAKA has contacted Norwegian authorities to ensure the deceased's dignity and facilitate the return of his body to Israel for burial. ZAKA is working with the "Menocha La'ad" organization, the Foreign Ministry, and other relevant bodies to expedite the repatriation of the body.
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