Father's Heartbreaking Tribute to Son Killed in Terror Attack
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
The father of Sergeant Major Ron Yonatan Reitman, killed in a terror attack at Etzion Junction, posted a heartfelt farewell, stating he was proud of his son who prevented a larger attack. Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir praised the fallen soldiers for their actions and vowed to pursue those responsible. Reitman's funeral will be held in Ashkelon on Sunday, with the city planning to honor him with Israeli flags.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Father of fallen soldier Ron Yonatan Reitman shared a moving tribute after his son was killed preventing a terror attack.
- Sergeant Major Ron Yonatan Reitman and Sergeant Yuval Shai Suilam fell while preventing a major terror attack.
- Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir praised the soldiers' actions and vowed to pursue those involved in the attack.
- The IDF is on high alert across all fronts to ensure security and stability for Israeli citizens.
- Ron Yonatan Reitman's funeral will take place in Ashkelon on Sunday.
- Ashkelon Municipality will honor the fallen soldier with Israeli flags during his funeral procession.
The father of Sergeant Major Ron Yonatan Reitman, who fell in a terror attack at the Etzion Junction, has shared a deeply moving farewell to his son. "I miss you, my son. And I am proud of you," he wrote in a post, adding, "Your journey be smooth, my love! Goodbye. You are always with me. My heart...". Reitman was killed alongside Sergeant Yuval Shai Suilam. The IDF stated that their actions prevented a more severe attack.
In his post, the father described his son as a "star boy. A real man. The best of the best, like all my children. Like all our children." He noted that his son died in battle at 7:15 AM while preventing a major terror attack.
Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir expressed his condolences to the families of the fallen soldiers, stating, "Their actions to protect Israeli citizens and prevent an even more serious attack are painful." He added that an initial investigation indicates that the forces' actions prevented a significant attack against Israeli civilians. Zamir vowed that the IDF would pursue all those involved in the attack.
Zamir also addressed the broader security situation, emphasizing the IDF's high readiness across all fronts. "Our supreme mission is to thwart terror and ensure security and stability for the citizens of Israel," he said, vowing to continue offensive operations and act with composure. He stressed that the IDF would not be drawn into reactions and would not allow enemies to influence them, especially with a sensitive week ahead.
The funeral for Ron Yonatan Reitman is scheduled for Sunday in Ashkelon. The Ashkelon Municipality announced that, in cooperation with the city's Youth Council, they would accompany the soldier in his final journey by flying Israeli flags along the road to the cemetery.
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