Holocaust survivor, 95, identified as fourth fatality in Iranian missile strike
Yvette Shmilovitz, a 95-year-old Holocaust survivor, was confirmed Monday as the fourth fatality when an Iranian missile struck the Israeli city of Petah Tikva on June 16.
Petah Tikva Mayor Rami Greenberg mourned the loss, saying, 'We bow our heads and mourn the murder of four of the city's residents… dear, beloved people, whose only sin was wanting to live a peaceful and safe life.' He pledged municipal support to Shmilovitz's family, adding, 'We send a big hug to the family to strengthen them at this difficult time.'
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