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Brother of Fallen Soldier Eli Gamzu Enlists in IDF Paratroopers to Continue His Legacy
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
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By מנחם הורוביץ
First reported by N12 · Aug 10, 2026
What happened
Liam Aaron Gamzu enlisted in the IDF Paratroopers to honor his late brother Eli, who died on October 7. Supported by his family, Liam aims to serve as a combat soldier. Other new recruits include an Australian lone soldier and a recruit continuing a family military tradition.
- 01Liam Aaron Gamzu enlists in IDF Paratroopers to honor his fallen brother Eli.
- 02Eli Gamzu died on October 7; Liam wants to serve as a combat soldier in his own right.
- 03Liam's parents supported his decision to join an infantry combat unit.
- 04Harry Newat, a lone soldier from Australia, joined citing rising antisemitism there.
- 05Raz Goshen continues a family tradition of service in the Paratroopers Brigade.
- 06The enlistments are featured in the "Welcome to the IDF" series highlighting new recruits.
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