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Brother-in-Law of Bar Asraf, Who Committed Suicide After Nova Party Massacre, Recalls His Happiness

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First reported by Maariv · 3 hours ago

What happened

Bar Asraf, who lost his close friend Liron Berda in the 2023 Nova Party massacre, committed suicide shortly after his brother's wedding. His sister-in-law described him as happy and devoted during the wedding, but struggling privately. Bar frequently visited Liron's grave and battled depression before his death, which deeply affected his family.

  • 01Bar Asraf committed suicide beside the grave of his murdered friend Liron Berda.
  • 02His sister-in-law said he appeared happy at his brother's wedding days before his death.
  • 03Bar frequently visited Liron's grave and suppressed his grief over time.
  • 04He experienced depression two months before his suicide and sought solitude.
  • 05Bar was very close to his brother Maor, with whom he shared a strong bond.
  • 06His death left the family deeply broken and shattered.

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WallaCenter · Hebrew3 hours ago
Brother-in-Law of Bar Asraf, Who Committed Suicide After Nova Party Massacre, Recalls His Happiness
MaarivCenter · Hebrew3 hours ago
Brother-in-Law of Bar Asraf Describes Hidden Struggle Before His Suicide

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