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HamalGeneral

Mother Honors Son Killed on October 7th by Embracing Life

Translated & summarized from Hamal by baba

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Hebrew · 1 newsroom

Tamar, mother of Lior Weizman, who was killed during the October 7th Hamas attack while training for an Ironman competition, is honoring his memory by living with joy. Lior, a father and partner, was shot during the attack and managed to make a final call. His mother shares her pain and her determination to preserve his legacy by embracing life.

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  • Tamar is honoring her son Lior Weizman, killed on October 7th, by living with joy.
  • Lior Weizman was killed by Hamas terrorists while training for an Ironman competition.
  • He was a father to Kfir and partner to Limor.
  • Lior managed to make a final call reporting his injury before he died.
  • His mother describes the pain of his loss and her resolve to preserve his legacy.

Tamar, mother of Lior Weizman, who was killed on October 7th, is honoring his memory by choosing to live with joy and determination. Lior, the youngest son, a father to Kfir and partner to Limor, was a man full of ambition and life. On the morning of October 7, 2023, Lior left his home in Sderot for a sports training session as part of his preparations for an "Ironman" competition. During his training, he was caught in the Hamas attack, was shot, and managed to make a final call to report his injury.

His mother, Tamar, recounts the deep pain of losing her "favorite child," his special bond with his son and family, the moments of anxiety, and the bitter news of his death. She describes the daily, painful yet resolute choice to continue living, to find joy, and to preserve Lior's legacy.

The video, filmed by the Sderot Municipality, features Tamar speaking about her son's aspirations and the profound impact of his loss, while emphasizing her commitment to carrying forward his spirit.

HamalCentre · Tel Aviv

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