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Israeli Man Amir Ambarbar Missing in Japan for Over Three Weeks Amid Extensive Search
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First reported by Now 14 · 3 hours ago
What happened
Amir Ambarbar, a 23-year-old Israeli from Ramla, has been missing in Japan since August 2, with no contact since. Israeli police have publicized his disappearance and are seeking public help. This case adds to recent disappearances of young Israelis, including Nachman Keinan and the previously found Yahalomi family.
- 01Amir Ambarbar, 23, from Ramla, has been missing in Japan since August 2, 2026.
- 02He left Israel on April 20 and lost contact after entering Japan.
- 03Israeli police received family approval to publicize his disappearance and seek public help.
- 04Ambarbar is described as 1.70m tall, slim, with brown hair and black eyes.
- 05This case follows other recent Israeli disappearances, including Nachman Keinan and the Yahalomi mother and daughter.
- 06Authorities urge anyone with information to contact Israeli police immediately.
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