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Israeli Reservist's Suicide Sparks Alarm Over Soldier Mental Health

8/11/2025

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Eliran Mizrahi, an Israeli reservist, tragically took his own life after enduring 187 harrowing days in Gaza. His mother, Jenny, believes his mental health deteriorated due to the trauma he faced. This heartbreaking incident highlights a troubling trend, with at least 18 soldiers succumbing to suicide this year, as many grapple with PTSD and growing disillusionment about the war's purpose.

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Eliran Mizrahi, an Israeli reservist, tragically took his own life after enduring 187 harrowing days in Gaza. His mother, Jenny, believes his mental health deteriorated due to the trauma he faced. This heartbreaking incident highlights a troubling trend, with at least 18 soldiers succumbing to suicide this year, as many grapple with PTSD and growing disillusionment about the war's purpose.