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Israeli Teen Dies After Falling During Family Caving Trip at Keshet Cave Yehonatan Klimian, a 16-year-old Israeli yeshiva student and youth counselor, died after falling during a family rappelling trip at Keshet Cave. Despite rescue efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about child safety in fall-related accidents in Israel.
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Illustration by baba What happened 01 16-year-old Yehonatan Klimian died after falling while rappelling at Keshet Cave. 02 He was helping his sister before fixing a rope malfunction and falling during descent. 03 Rescue teams rappelled down to reach him but could only confirm his death. 04 The family had completed rappelling courses and was experienced in the activity. 05 Eight children have died from falls in Israel so far in 2026, per child safety group Betrem. 06 The accident occurred on August 9, 2026, during a family hiking trip. Translated and summarized by baba from Mako , the latest report. Read Mako’s original The coverage
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