Funeral of murdered hostage Oded Lifshitz begins in Kibbutz Nir Oz

The funeral procession began in Rishon Lezion, passing through Sa'ad Junction and Nir Oz Junction.

By PELED ARBELI FEBRUARY 25, 2025 14:17

Funeral procession of Oded Lifshitz. (photo credit: AVSHALOM SASSONI)

Slain hostage Oded Lifshitz and founder of Kibbutz Nir Oz is set to be laid to rest at Kibbutz Nir Oz on Tuesday. 

The funeral procession began in Rishon Lezion, passing through Sa'ad Junction and Nir Oz Junction.

Hundreds of people, including family members, kibbutz members, and residents of the Eshkol Regional Council, accompanied Lifshitz on his final journey.

Accompanying Lifshitz on his final route 

Along the route, many have gathered at key junctions, some holding signs with Lifshitz's photo while others wave the Israeli flag in his honor.

Last Thursday, Hamas released Lifshitz's body, along with slain hostages Ariel and Kfir Bibas.