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Israel Raises Nation's Tallest Flag in Ceremony Honoring Fallen Soldier Yehuda Katz Israel raised its tallest national flag at 61 meters near Nitzanei Oz in a ceremony honoring fallen IDF soldier Yehuda Katz, whose remains were returned after 44 years. President Isaac Herzog and other officials attended, emphasizing the flag's symbolism of unity, remembrance, and hope for Israel's future.
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What happened 01 Israel raised its tallest flag at 61 meters near Nitzanei Oz in central Israel. 02 The flagpole project took two years, led by "Otef Israel" and Lev HaSharon Council. 03 President Isaac Herzog linked the flag to Theodor Herzl's vision and Yehuda Katz's return. 04 Yehuda Katz, missing since the Battle of Sultan Yaakov, was repatriated after 44 years. 05 The flag honors IDF fallen and October 7 attack victims, symbolizing hope and resilience. 06 Lev HaSharon Council head called the flag a beacon of Israel's enduring future. Translated and summarized by baba from Behadrei Haredim , the latest report. Read Behadrei Haredim’s original The coverage
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