Jewish media write about Captain Arben Anamalin: He died saving two Israelis who ignored his warning
2025-07-11 20:59:18AktualitetSHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
The martyr Arben Anamali
Israeli media have dedicated an article to Captain Arben Anamali, who lost his life in Lake Shkodra, who, with a heroic gesture, intervened to save two Israeli tourists due to strong currents in the lake.
"The Jerusalem Post" in its article about this event writes that Anamali, captain of a tourist boat operating from the northern city of Shkodra, had gone out on the lake with a group of tourists, including seven Israeli citizens.
“Two of them, ignoring his warnings about the strong currents, jumped into the water and soon found themselves in danger of drowning.
Life jackets, including Anamal's, were thrown towards them, but to no avail.
In an attempt to get them closer to the boat, Anamali jumped into the water himself. He managed to help the Israelites get back on board before disappearing under the water.
After nearly 48 hours of searching, Anamal's body was found.
It is believed that Anamali suffered a cardiac arrest as a result of extreme physical fatigue and effort after the rescue. His body was transferred to the Shkodra Regional Hospital for further examinations.
Anamali left behind two children.
According to the Albanian Times, Anamali was posthumously honored by the Albanian government as a “Martyr of the Nation,” one of the highest honors in Albania for those who lose their lives during acts of bravery.
"An official memorial ceremony is expected to be held in the coming days," the Jerusalem Post article states.
