Yonatan Ben-Hamo

Lieutenant Yonatan Ben-Hamo is an Israeli combat engineering officer who was severely injured during a military operation in Gaza, resulting in the loss of his leg. Following his injury, Ben-Hamo traveled to the United States for specialized surgery and the installation of a high-quality prosthetic leg, believed to be among the best in the world. Despite his service and the efforts made for his recovery, he faced significant bureaucratic challenges upon his return, including an unexpected demand from the Israeli military to repay a substantial debt related to his medical leave. His situation has highlighted the difficulties faced by wounded soldiers in navigating military support systems and has drawn attention to the need for better assistance for veterans in similar circumstances.