International Desk, 12th November: In a somber turn of events, Matan Meir, a 38-year-old Sergeant Major General (Reservist) and integral member of the production crew for the popular Israeli television series “Fauda,” lost his life during the ongoing conflict with the Palestinian terror group Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Meir was among the soldiers listed as having died in the line of duty in Gaza, as reported by The Jerusalem Post.
The cast of “Fauda” expressed their grief and devastation upon learning of Meir’s death. In a heartfelt tweet on X, they shared, “We are devastated to share that one of our Fauda family members, Matan Meir, was killed in action in Gaza. Matan was an integral crew member. The cast and crew are heartbroken by this tragic loss. We extend our condolences to Matan’s family and friends. May his soul rest in peace.”
Matan Meir, who hailed from Odem in the northern part of the Golan Heights, served in the 697th Battalion of the IDF’s 551st Brigade, according to IDF sources as reported by The Jerusalem Post. Beyond his contributions to “Fauda,” Meir was also involved in the production of other shows, including the series “The Cops.”
The news comes amid Israel’s widened offensive against Hamas, marked by a ground operation in Gaza initiated in response to the Palestinian group’s sudden attack on October 7. The conflict has taken a toll on both sides, with approximately 1,200 casualties reported in Israel and over 10,000 lives lost in the war. The international community is increasingly urging a humanitarian pause in the fighting as the region grapples with the devastating consequences of the ongoing conflict.