Israel Repatriates Herzl's Grandparents' Remains for State Burial After 77 Years
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By נריה סעדיה
First reported by Arutz Sheva · Jul 29, 2026
What happened
Israel has repatriated the remains of Theodor Herzl's grandparents from Serbia for burial on Mount Herzl, fulfilling Herzl's will 77 years after his own burial there. The operation involved multiple Israeli and Serbian authorities and will culminate in a state ceremony attended by top Israeli officials. Herzl's grandfather was a key figure in preserving Jewish faith and Zionist ideals, linking the family's legacy to the founding of Israel.
- 01Herzl's grandparents' remains were repatriated from Serbia to Israel after 77 years.
- 02The operation was coordinated by the Military Rabbinate, ZAKA, Foreign Ministry, and Zionist organizations.
- 03Serbia's Foreign Minister attended the repatriation ceremony, expressing friendship to Israel.
- 04The remains will be buried in a state ceremony on Mount Herzl near Herzl's grave.
- 05Rabbi Shimon Leib preserved Jewish faith and influenced Herzl's Zionist vision.
- 06The repatriation fulfills Herzl's will and reflects growing trends of Jews seeking burial in Israel.
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