“To my dear wife, I am writing to you again from the far north. I hope it’s the last time. I am here, happy and proud to do something important for our nation. I ask you to continue to smile and keep your head up. I love you very much.”
– Lt. Ivri Dickstein, in his final note before making the ultimate sacrifice.

In the ongoing war to defend Israel’s sovereignty, the cost of freedom weighs heavily on the shoulders of families, soldiers, and civilians alike. Each life lost is a story of courage, dedication, and immeasurable sacrifice. Among the fallen is Lt. Ivri Dickstein, who was killed in Lebanon while defending Israel. In his final act of love, he ordered flowers for his wife before his last mission—a powerful reminder of the humanity and love woven into even the darkest times. His words, filled with hope and pride, are a testament to the deep resolve of Israel’s defenders.

On Israel’s northern front, three more young lives were...