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Israeli Leaders Mark 20th Anniversary of Second Lebanon War at Mount Herzl Ceremony
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First reported by Walla · 2 hours ago
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Israeli leaders held a memorial at Mount Herzl marking 20 years since the Second Lebanon War, which began in 2006 after Hezbollah kidnapped two soldiers and killed others, resulting in 165 Israeli deaths.
- 01Israeli leaders held a memorial ceremony at Mount Herzl for the Second Lebanon War's 20th anniversary.
- 02The war started on July 12, 2006, after Hezbollah kidnapped two Israeli soldiers and killed three others.
- 03The conflict involved ground battles, airstrikes, and Hezbollah rocket attacks on northern Israel.
- 04A total of 165 Israelis died, including 121 IDF soldiers during the war.
- 05Personal stories, like that of Sergeant Major Keren Tendler's mother, were shared at the ceremony.
- 06The event emphasized remembrance and the ongoing impact on families and the military community.
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