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Israeli Reservists Harel Birnstok and Tamir Vaknin Die in Southern Lebanon Explosion
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First reported by Maariv · 2 hours ago
What happened
Two Israeli reservists, Lt. Col. Harel Birnstok and Maj. Tamir Vaknin, died in a landmine explosion in southern Lebanon, leaving behind grieving families and communities. Birnstok served six reserve cycles and was known for his dedication, while Vaknin was remembered as a committed soldier and beloved family man. Their funerals are scheduled for August 6 in Jerusalem and Eilat.
- 01Lt. Col. Harel Birnstok and Maj. Tamir Vaknin died in a landmine explosion in southern Lebanon.
- 02Birnstok served six reserve duty cycles and left behind a wife and children.
- 03Birnstok’s friend praised his dedication and reliability during reserve service.
- 04Vaknin served three years on the front lines and was deeply loved by family and community.
- 05Vaknin’s funeral is set for 19:00 in Eilat; Birnstok’s at 12:00 at Mount Herzl.
- 06Eilat’s mayor expressed condolences, calling Vaknin one of the city’s finest sons.
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