A state memorial service for Israel’s first astronaut was held at an air force base near Ben-Gurion Airport. A plane carrying Col. Ilan Ramon’s remains from the United States landed Monday and was taken to the base for the ceremony. Israeli President Moshe Katsav and Prime Minister Ariel Sharon were among those participating in the service.
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