Idan Fooks (19) Dies After Hezbollah Launches Explosive Drone at Troops
Petah Tikva is in mourning following the announcement that IDF soldier Idan Fooks was killed in Southern Lebanon.
The IDF has cleared for publication the identity of another fallen soldier in the ongoing campaign in the north: Sergeant Idan Fooks, a resident of Petah Tikva.
Times of Israel reported:
Idan Fooks, 19, of the 7th Armored Brigade’s 77th Battalion, is the third soldier to be killed in southern Lebanon despite the ongoing ceasefire.
Following are details of the incident in which Sergeant Idan Fooks z"l fell this morning in southern Lebanon, an incident in which Hezbollah once again violated the ceasefire:
A Community in Mourning
Idan lived in the Pisgat Hadar neighborhood and was a graduate of the Ben-Gurion High School in Petah Tikva. Following the news of his death, local officials and residents expressed profound grief over the loss of a young man described by peers as a dedicated friend and soldier.
Tribute from the Mayor
Petah Tikva Mayor Rami Greenberg issued a heartfelt statement of condolence to the Fox-Ara family:
"I share in the heavy grief of the family over the fall of their son, nephew, and grandson, a hero of Israel, the soldier Idan Fox z"l. We stand with the family in their darkest hour. May his memory be a blessing."
Ongoing Support and Final Arrangements
The Petah Tikva municipality has deployed professional teams to assist the family and coordinate the funeral arrangements. As of Sunday evening, the exact time and location for the funeral service have not yet been announced to the public.