Sgt. Ron Yonatan Roitman, who was killed in a shooting attack, laid to rest
Hundreds attended the funeral in Ashkelon of Sgt. Ron Yonatan Roitman, a 23-year-old soldier in the Rescue Brigade who was killed in the shooting attack at the Yehuda Junction near Hebron. His family members and girlfriend eulogized him at the funeral and described his work and character.
Roitman's uncle, Dani, revealed the moment the family learned of his death, and his girlfriend Ella described him as especially dedicated. (Israel Hayom)
Maariv
Roitman's father bid him farewell in a post, writing: "I miss you, my son. And I am proud of you." According to Maariv, Roitman fell alongside Staff Sgt. Yuval Shai Soilam, and according to the IDF, they prevented a more serious attack.