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Shoah survivor dies weeks after being wounded by Iran missile

Olga Weisberg left behind a husband, who is also a Holocaust survivor, as well as a daughter, grandson and great-grandson.

August 11, 2025 09:42
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A Holocaust survivor from Rehovot has died weeks after being injured in Iranian missile strikes (Pictured: The site of a missile impact in Rehovot on June 16; Image: Flash90)

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JC Reporter,

Jewish News Syndicate

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Holocaust survivor Olga Weisberg, 91, from Rehovot, collapsed and died on Saturday, shortly after leaving hospital, where she was treated for serious wounds sustained in an Iranian missile attack during June's 12-day war.

According MyRehovot, she underwent multiple surgeries in the wake of the missile assault and was recently released from the hospital to recover further at home. However, on Saturday, her health took a turn for the worse and she was declared dead when paramedica arrived.

It has not been confirmed whether her death was a result of injuries sustained in the missile attack or due to an unrelated medical issue.

Her funeral was held yesterday evening, with the family conducting a private ceremony at Gorodiski Cemetery in Rehovot.

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