IDF Clears for Release: Staff Sgt. Noam Hamburger Killed by Explosive Drone Near Lebanon Border

Cleared for publication: The IDF Spokesperson announced this evening (*Shabbat*) that Staff Sgt. Noam Hamburger, 23, of Atlit, a technology and maintenance combat soldier in Battalion 9 of the 401st Brigade, fell during operational activity in northern Israel. Noam was killed as a result of a Hezbollah drone strike.

It was also reported that in the same incident in which Staff Sgt. Noam Hamburger, of blessed memory, fell, one IDF soldier was seriously wounded and a non-commissioned officer was lightly wounded.

A statement was also released by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: "My wife and I send our heartfelt condolences to the family of Staff Sgt. Noam Hamburger, of blessed memory, who fell near the northern border. Noam, of blessed memory, from the community of Atlit, fought bravely to protect our communities and our citizens against the Hezbollah terrorist organization. On behalf of all the citizens of Israel, we embrace Noam's family and loved ones and wish a speedy and full recovery to his friends who were wounded in the difficult incident. May his memory be a blessing."