Reut Cohen, a 35-year-old woman from Ra’anana, pregnant with twins, was rushed to the hospital late Friday night in critical condition after collapsing at her home.
Doctors performed an emergency Cesarean section, but were ultimately forced to pronounce the deaths of the mother and both babies.
"A 35-year-old woman from Ra’anana, in the 28th week of her first pregnancy (twins), was brought overnight to Meir Medical Center in critical condition while undergoing resuscitation efforts after collapsing at her home," the hospital said.
"Upon her arrival, an emergency Cesarean section was performed in the trauma room, and multiple teams continued prolonged and advanced resuscitation efforts for both the mother and the infants."
The hospital added: "Despite extensive efforts, the medical team was forced to declare the deaths of the mother and the two newborns. The cause of death has not yet been determined, and the incident has been reported to the Health Ministry. We share in the family’s deep sorrow and ask that their privacy be respected during this difficult time."
Itay, Reut's brother, mourned, "There are no words to describe the pain that I am feeling right now. My sister Reut has left us. Leaving together with her were her two tiny daughters Arbel and Tavor, before they were even able to know this world - but we already loved them so much."
"Reut was an outstanding woman. A fighter, a warrior, full of life. An IDF officer, a lawyer, a sister, a daughter, a friend. Someone who everyone who knew her knew that she was something special. I still do not believe that your story has ended, my sister. Just like that, suddenly. I love you, Arbel, and Tavor more than anything. Rest in peace."