http://dyn.politico.com/printstory.cfm?uuid=FAEAEDFA-F66B-44BA-29AF9370F9549BF6 Israel: Soldier thought captured is dead
By: Associated Press
August 2, 2014 07:40 PM EDT
JERUSALEM — Israel's military has declared dead a soldier who was previously believed captured by Hamas gunmen in Gaza violence that shattered a temporary ceasefire.
The military announced early Sunday morning that 23-year-old Hadar Goldin of the Givati infantry brigade had been killed in battle on Friday.
Israel's defense minister, along with the chief military rabbi, met with the soldier's family at their home in the town of Kfar Saba.
Hundreds of well-wishers from around Israel gathered outside their home, praying and showing their support. There was an outpouring of grief among the crowd when the military's announcement was made public.