IDF Soldier from Connecticut Killed in Southern Lebanon Combat

Sgt. Moshe Yitzhak Hacohen Katz, 22, died during operations in southern Lebanon

Mar. 29, 2026 at 8:35pm

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The Israel Defense Forces announced the death of Sgt. Moshe Yitzhak Hacohen Katz, a 22-year-old soldier originally from New Haven, Connecticut, who was killed during combat operations in southern Lebanon on Saturday.

Why it matters

The death of an American-born IDF soldier in combat operations in Lebanon highlights the ongoing tensions and conflicts in the region, as well as the sacrifices made by service members from the United States who choose to serve in the Israeli military.

The details

According to the IDF, Sgt. Katz was killed during combat operations in southern Lebanon on Saturday. No further details about the specific circumstances of his death were provided.

  • Sgt. Katz was killed on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

The players

Sgt. Moshe Yitzhak Hacohen Katz

A 22-year-old IDF soldier originally from New Haven, Connecticut who was killed in combat operations in southern Lebanon.

Israel Defense Forces

The military defense forces of the State of Israel.

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The takeaway

Sgt. Katz's death is a tragic reminder of the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and the sacrifices made by service members, including those from the United States, who choose to serve in the Israeli military.