Yehuda Meshi Zahav
Yehuda Meshi-Zahav attempted to hang himself after accusations of sexual assault, rape and abuse emerged in Israeli media.
Yehuda Meshi Zahav’s condition is critical but stable; he is believed to have suffered a hypoxic brain injury, according to the hospital.
Yehuda Meshi Zahav, who stepped down as head of volunteer emergency-response organization in the wake of sexual-assault allegations, is fighting for his life in a Jerusalem hospital.
The Israel Police has opened an investigation into Yehuda Meshi Zahav, one of the country’s most respected figures, who has denied all accusations against him.
ZAKA founder to receive Israel Prize for lifetime achievement
Yehuda Meshi Zahav said the award is “not only mine but belongs to the thousands of volunteers in Israel and around the world who dedicate their lives to helping others, saving lives and honoring the dead.”
