Failure at the Front: How Israel’s Delayed Response Cost the Life of Reservist Lior Rudaef
The tragic death of reservist Lior Rudaef exposes critical failures in Israel’s southern defense, as delayed troop deployment allowed Hamas militants to infiltrate and seize hostages—highlighting a leadership breakdown that puts national security at risk.
On October 7, 2023, a brutal attack unfolded on the kibbutz Nir Yitzhak, located mere kilometers from the Gaza border. Among those who bravely confronted around 25 Hamas militants was Lior Rudaef, a 61-year-old Argentine-born Israeli reservist and sergeant major. Charged with coordinating local security and rapid response, Rudaef stood as a sentinel protecting his community. Yet, despite his dedication and frontline presence, the Israeli military failed him—and our nation. According to official reports confirmed by the Abu Kabir Forensic Institute, Rudaef was killed during this fierce battle. His body was gruesomely taken hostage by Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad...
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