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Second Major Incident at Israeli Psychiatric Hospital

A new serious incident at Kfar Shaul Psychiatric Hospital has raised alarms about patient safety, following a recent murder in the facility’s closed ward, journalist Liran Tamari reported on July 17, 2025. The latest event has intensified criticism of the hospital’s management, with accusations that it is failing to protect patients and may even be endangering them.Tamari questioned the Health Ministry’s response, suggesting uncertainty about what further tragedy might be needed to prompt action. Details of the incident remain forthcoming, but the reports underscore growing concerns about oversight and conditions at the Jerusalem-based psychiatric facility. The ministry has not yet issued a public statement.