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Mother of Liron Berda Reflects on Bar Asraf’s Suicide at Her Daughter’s Grave
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First reported by Maariv · Aug 4, 2026
What happened
Liron Berda’s mother mourns Bar Asraf’s suicide at Liron’s grave, recalling their close friendship and the tragic events surrounding Liron’s death. She honors Liron’s bravery and describes her family’s ongoing military service and coping efforts.
- 01Bar Asraf, a childhood friend of Liron Berda, committed suicide at her grave, deeply affecting her mother.
- 02Liron was posthumously awarded the President’s Medal for Civil Courage for staying to help the wounded.
- 03Liron’s brothers continue her legacy, working in the family business and serving in the military.
- 04The family was shocked by Bar’s suicide, as he often visited Liron’s grave and spoke to her.
- 05Liron’s mother attends weekly trauma therapy to cope with her loss and the October 7 attacks.
- 06Both of Liron’s brothers returned to combat duty immediately after the funeral, with one wounded but refusing evacuation.
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