William Shakin
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William Shakin to be buried in Israel; IDF to assist family in recognition of service-related death
William Shakin, a lone soldier who fought since October 7, took his own life in the USA. The IDF conducted an investigation and found a potential link between his death and his military service. The family will receive assistance in the process of having him recognized as having "died in connection with service," with the final decision resting with the Ministry of Defense. His funeral will be...
The tragic death of William, a Gaza veteran: "He struggled alone and received no help"
William Shakin, a 25-year-old lone soldier from New York who fought in Gaza, died by suicide while struggling with PTSD. His parents are requesting a burial at Mount Herzl, claiming the state failed to provide necessary support. The Ministry of Defense stated that no request for recognition was found and that remote assistance services are available.