Opposition leader Netanyahu paid tribute to Col. Sharon Asman, who died during a fitness drill today.
"I send my deepest condolences to the family of Colonel Sharon Asman, Commander of the Nahal Brigade, who passed away today during physical conditioning activity at an IDF base in the center of the country."
"Sharon contributed greatly to Israel's security for about 25 years, while serving in combat and command positions. He was wounded during Operation Protective Edge during his service as commander of the Shaham Regiment, and returned, on the same day, to command his soldiers. I salute him and embrace his parents and brother. May his memory be blessed," Netanyahu said.