Ambassador Leiter Updates on Son's Condition After Terror Attack

Israel's Ambassador to the United States, Yechiel Leiter, provided an update on his son Neriah's condition at an international ceremony marking October 7th in Jerusalem. Neriah, who sustained severe head injuries in a terror attack on Route 443 two weeks prior, has begun breathing on his own but remains unconscious and in very serious condition, Leiter stated. "We are fighting for our existence here. We are sure that God hears our prayers and yours, and we need you and these prayers. We will win," the ambassador added, noting his son Moshe Yedidya fell during the war in Gaza. Leiter thanked attendees from 117 countries for their support of Israel. Neriah Leiter, a reservist and resident of Havat Yair in the Samaria region, was injured when a terrorist rammed his vehicle into a checkpoint where Neriah was stationed with a police patrol. The attacker was neutralized by IDF forces. Upon arrival at Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem, Neriah underwent extensive brain surgery and continues to receive life-saving treatment in critical condition, with social workers providing support to the family.