Official announcements from the Israeli government

IDF's Captain Eitan Oster, 22, of Egoz Unit Killed in Lebanon Fighting

Oct 2, 2024, 11:51 AM

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced the death of Captain Eitan Itzhak Oster, a 22-year-old officer killed during fighting against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. Oster served as a team commander in the Egoz Unit of the IDF's Commando Brigade, which specializes in anti-guerrilla warfare, special reconnaissance, and direct action. He is the first Israeli soldier killed by direct fire from Hezbollah since the IDF commenced ground operations in Lebanon. Oster was from Modi'in Maccabim Re'ut.