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News and updates about October 7th

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Hadera marches in memory of fallen officer

The police and the Hadera Municipality held a march in memory of Master Sergeant Boris (Buka) Danilov, a resident of the city, who was killed in action at Kibbutz Be'eri during the October 7th massacre.

Hadera marches in memory of fallen officer

'We'll Dance Again'|Eliad Eliyahu

A New Song by Eliad Eliyahu, in collaboration with Rabbi Micah Lapidot of Atlanta, brings hope amidst these challenging times of war. Eliyahu: 'A powerful connection shared between five communities worldwide, all of which have endured the unimaginable pain of loss while bravely holding onto hope.'

'We'll Dance Again'|Eliad Eliyahu

Sderot:

Families of 'deadly minibus' victims file lawsuit

Families of 'deadly minibus' victims file a lawsuit of NIS 12 million against the municipality of Sderot and Motorola Solutions, which is responsible for the mobile shelter where they were murdered: 'They were left helpless.'

Families of 'deadly minibus' victims file lawsuit

Week of Oct. 7th:

CAM records highest-ever weekly antisemitism count

'We believe it’s also the week with the highest number of attacks on Jews since the end of the Holocaust,' CAM CEO Roytman Dratwa says.

CAM records highest-ever weekly antisemitism count

October 7th:

Murder of terrorist case expected to close

Roy Yifrah, who impersonated a soldier, was charged with only illegal possession of a weapon. The murder case is expected to be closed due to evidential difficulties and an understanding of the extreme abnormality of the events of October 7th.

Murder of terrorist case expected to close

New documents reveal:

Hamas tried to convince Hezbollah and Iran to join Oct. 7 attack

Hamas believed that the internal rift in Israel offered a good opportunity for an attack, and attempted to convince Iran to attack sensitive Israeli targets.

Hamas tried to convince Hezbollah and Iran to join Oct. 7 attack

Harris to Jewish voters:

'I will never allow Iran to acquire a nuclear weapon'

US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate speaks to Jewish supporters ahead of Yom Kippur: I will never forget October 7, we all must work to ensure nothing like the horrors of that day can ever happen again.

'I will never allow Iran to acquire a nuclear weapon'

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Former hostage Karina Engel recounts October 7 attack

MDA ceremony held to mark one-year anniversary of the October 7 massacre and in memory of 36 volunteers who were killed during the massacre and the war.

Former hostage Karina Engel recounts October 7 attack

Prof. Anne Bayefsky:

UN report blames Israel, not Hamas, for starvation of hostages

Director of the Touro Institute on Human Rights and the Holocaust and President of Human Rights Voices speaks to Arutz Sheva about new report on the Gaza war by UN official Navi Pillay accusing Israel of many war crimes while downplaying or denying the war crimes of Hamas.

UN report blames Israel, not Hamas, for starvation of hostages

Amid Gaza war:

Religious hate crime hits record high in England and Wales

Government data finds that religious hate crime in England and Wales surged by a record 25 percent over the past year. Hate crimes against Jewish people more than doubled.

Religious hate crime hits record high in England and Wales

NYPD to probe attack on pro-Israel activist in Manhattan

NYPD Hate Crime Task Force investigating assault of prominent Israel advocate Todd Richman, who was attacked while carrying an Israeli flag during a pro-Palestinian Arab demonstration on the anniversary of October 7.

NYPD to probe attack on pro-Israel activist in Manhattan

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The burned cars tell the story of October 7th

Captain (Res.) Adam Ittah speaks to Arutz Sheva at the lot where the burned cars from October 7 have been gathered about how each car tells a human story from that dark day.

The burned cars tell the story of October 7th

Majority of Israelis:

Society still divided like before Oct. 7

13 percent of Israelis believe that Netanyahu expressed remorse for his part in enabling Oct. 7th massacre | Majority of society: Israeli resilience stronger than it was a year ago

Society still divided like before Oct. 7

Germany: Nazi memorial stones stolen on October 7

German town’s memorial stones for Nazi victims are stolen on Oct. 7 anniversary, MP offers 1,000 euros to anyone with information leading to perpetrators' arrest.

Germany: Nazi memorial stones stolen on October 7

'I regret that'

Toronto Mayor under fire for not attending October 7 memorial

Jewish group demands apology after Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow misses memorial on the first anniversary of October 7. Mayor claims she didn't receive the invitation and also that she was "exhausted" after a lengthy discussion on bike lanes.

Toronto Mayor under fire for not attending October 7 memorial

Herzog concludes 3 day tour of communities attacked on October 7

On the one-year anniversary of October 7, the President visited 26 communities, kibbutzim, and IDF bases in the Western Negev.

Herzog concludes 3 day tour of communities attacked on October 7

October 7 One Year Later:

Israel on the brink of a paradigm-shifting victory?

In a stirring address, South Africa Chief Rabbi Goldstein pays tribute to the “unbreakable strength, awe-inspiring bravery and heroism of the Israeli people.”

Israel on the brink of a paradigm-shifting victory?

Southern District commander:

'Officers ran into the fire and saved many civilians'

Deputy Commissioner Amir Cohen spoke with Arutz Sheva about the heroism of the police officers on October 7th, 2023, and the way the officers have been treated since.

'Officers ran into the fire and saved many civilians'

October 7th anniversary

Watch: Moving Selichot ceremony at the Western Wall

To close the first anniversary of the massacre in southern Israel, thousands gathered at the Western Wall to recite the Selichot prayers and partake in the dedication of a Torah scroll.

Watch: Moving Selichot ceremony at the Western Wall

Display of solidarity, hope:

Thousands gather for 10/7 memorial in Barneveld, Netherlands

2,000 gathered for a memorial event, organized by Christians for Israel, which saw Dutch Christians standing with Israel and the Jewish people in a moment of deep reflection and hope.

Thousands gather for 10/7 memorial in Barneveld, Netherlands

IDF and ISA eliminate three terrorists who participated in 10/7

During the strike, several terrorists were killed, including Muhammad Rafa’i, a terrorist from Hamas's Gaza Brigade who participated in the deadly massacre in the areas of Kfar Aza and Nahal Oz.

IDF and ISA eliminate three terrorists who participated in 10/7

Manhattan:

Torah dedication honors victims of October 7th

Over 5,000 people attended the dedication of the Torah scroll which was adorned with a cover inscribed with the names of those who lost their lives on October 7th.

Torah dedication honors victims of October 7th

I see October 7 differently

To me, October 7 is not so much a one-time Arab event but a footnote to a continuing 2,000-year journey. And October 7 is not just a time for mourning but a time for Purim on Steroids. Opinion.

I see October 7 differently

Gallery

Thousands gather in Times Square to mark October 7th anniversary

Thousands gathered in Times Square in New York City to mark the first anniversary of the October 7th massacre and to call for the release of the hostages.

Thousands gather in Times Square to mark October 7th anniversary

'Rape Tunnel Map' posters appear throughout London Underground

'London Against Hamas' group posts maps of Hamas tunnel system under Gaza throughout the London Underground on October 7 to highlight the plight of the hostages and Hamas' atrocities.

'Rape Tunnel Map' posters appear throughout London Underground

Anti-Israel activists target Jewish Congressman's home on Oct. 7

Masked anti-Israel choose anniversary of October 7 massacre to stage protest at home of Ohio Rep. Greg Landsman, who calls the protest 'an attempt to intimidate my Jewish family every time we try to leave our home.'

Anti-Israel activists target Jewish Congressman's home on Oct. 7

Trump on Oct. 7 anniversary:

'I will not allow another Holocaust of the Jewish people'

Republican presidential nominee speaks at Florida event marking the one-year anniversary of Hamas’ October 7 attack on Israel: We will NEVER let the horrors of October 7th be repeated here on American soil.

'I will not allow another Holocaust of the Jewish people'

Italy:

Vandals deface mural depicting October 7 survivor

Vandals deface mural in Milan that depicted Vlada Patapov, who fled the Nova festival after the Hamas attack. Italy has seen a 300% surge in antisemitic incidents in the year since the October 7 attack.

Vandals deface mural depicting October 7 survivor

Erdogan at it again:

'Netanyahu will be stopped the same way Hitler was stopped'

On anniversary of October 7 attack, Turkish President blasts Israel, vows it will pay a price for the "genocide" in Gaza.

'Netanyahu will be stopped the same way Hitler was stopped'

Torah written by families of Oct. 7 victims placed at Kotel

Torah scroll written by the families of victims of the October 7 massacre and families of fallen soldiers of the Swords of Iron War placed in the Holy Ark of the Western Wall.

Torah written by families of Oct. 7 victims placed at Kotel

Vice President Harris:

'I will never forget October 7, and the world must never forget'

US Vice President Kamala Harris and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff plant pomegranate tree in memory of October 7 victims: On this solemn day, I will restate my pledge to always ensure that Israel has what it needs to defend itself.

'I will never forget October 7, and the world must never forget'

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'Gam Ki Elech' in memory and honor of fallen educator

Jewish school students from all over the world sing "Gam Ki Elech" to the melody composed by Yossi Hershkovitz, a beloved Jerusalem high school principal who fell in battle in northern Gaza.

'Gam Ki Elech' in memory and honor of fallen educator

From memory to action: Reflecting on October 7 and Yom Kippur

How will we remember this chapter of our Jewish story? What narrative will we pass on to our children and grandchildren about that fateful day in October?

From memory to action: Reflecting on October 7 and Yom Kippur

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Israel's UN Mission marks one year since October 7 massacre

Israel’s Mission to the UN is holding a memorial event at the UN to mark the anniversary of the October 7th massacre.

Israel's UN Mission marks one year since October 7 massacre

Berlin:

Special service commemorating first anniversary of massacre

A special prayer service was held this morning at the Central Synagogue in Berlin marking the first anniversary of the October 7 massacre, with participation of senior German politicians.

Special service commemorating first anniversary of massacre

Danon:

'The UN has failed in its mandate to protect the innocent'

Israel's UN Ambassador speaks to media on October 7 massacre, accuses UN of being 'an institution that has failed us time and time again' in refusing to condemn Hamas for massacring 1,200 people.

'The UN has failed in its mandate to protect the innocent'

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President Biden lights memorial candle for October 7 victims

President Biden and the First Lady mark one year since Hamas' brutal October 7th terrorist attacks and participate in a yahrzeit candle lighting.

President Biden lights memorial candle for October 7 victims

Biden calls Herzog to express solidarity on Oct. 7 anniversary

President Isaac Herzog spoke this evening, with US President Joe Biden, who called to offer his condolences to the citizens of Israel on the one-year anniversary of the October 7th massacre.

Biden calls Herzog to express solidarity on Oct. 7 anniversary

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Bereaved Families' October 7 Memorial Ceremony

The memorial ceremony organized by bereaved families in Tel Aviv marks one year since the October 7 massacre, when 1,200 people were murdered and 250 were abducted by Hamas terrorists.

Bereaved Families' October 7 Memorial Ceremony

US:

Committed to Israel's security, promote stability in Middle East

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin: 'My prayers today are with those murdered by Hamas, the survivors, and all who are still working courageously to bring their loved ones home and end the suffering.'

Committed to Israel's security, promote stability in Middle East

October 7th was one year ago, but it hurts like it was yesterday.

The terrorists’ murders included unspeakable horrors carried out against people of all ages, even babies. Years from now, when I look back on Oct.7th, my first thought will still be those little babies set on fire by soulless creatures.

October 7th was one year ago, but it hurts like it was yesterday.

PM meets US Senators:

'Unlike the Holocaust, today we fight back'

Prime Minister Netanyahu meets bipartisan delegation fo US Senators on October 7 anniversary. Sen. Lindsey Graham: 'France has it backwards and should be doubling down on support for Israel.

'Unlike the Holocaust, today we fight back'

Over 60% of US Jews have experienced antisemitism since 10/7

A new study shows 3.5 million out of 5.8 million American Jews have personally experienced antisemitism since October 7, 2023. Nearly 400,000 Jewish children have personally experienced antisemitism.

Over 60% of US Jews have experienced antisemitism since 10/7

Biden on 10/7 anniversary:

'We support Israel's self-defense from Hezbollah, Hamas, Iran'

US President issues statement marking anniversary of the October 7 massacre, says US will not stop working for the release of the hostages and a ceasefire.

'We support Israel's self-defense from Hezbollah, Hamas, Iran'

One year later, zero indictments filed against Nukhba terrorists

MKs from both sides of the aisle outraged at statements by State Prosecutor's Office rep. regarding progress of investigations against Hamas Nukhba terrorists responsible for October 7 massacre.

One year later, zero indictments filed against Nukhba terrorists

'Outside my home'

Keren Peles sings with the children of October 7

Singer Keren Peles sings with children whose families were affected by the acts of terror on October 7, and who were released from Hamas captivity.

Keren Peles sings with the children of October 7

Hostage Idan Shtivi was murdered the morning of October 7, 2023

Petah Tikva municipality announces that hostage Idan Shtivi was murdered on the morning of the October 7, 2023, massacre, and his body was kidnapped to Gaza.

Hostage Idan Shtivi was murdered the morning of October 7, 2023

Morocco:

Tens of thousands protest against Israel in Rabat

Demonstrators waved PLO flags and brandish signs denouncing Morocco's 2020 normalization with Israel, a day before the anniversary of October 7 attack.

Tens of thousands protest against Israel in Rabat

One year since Oct. 7 attack:

Swords of Iron war in numbers

Hundreds of soldiers fell, thousands were wounded and tens of thousands of targets were struck. IDF publishes the numbers behind the war on the one-year anniversary of the October 7 massacre.

Swords of Iron war in numbers

New report:

Antisemitic incidents in the US surge to record levels

ADL report finds there has been a nearly 200% increase in antisemitic incidents in US since Hamas' October 7 attack last year.

Antisemitic incidents in the US surge to record levels

Oct.7 anniversary:

Thousands gather in Central Park to demand return of hostages

One year since October 7th massacre: Remaining family members of hostages demand the return of their loved ones who remain in captivity as thousands gather in Central Park to commemorate the anniversary.

Thousands gather in Central Park to demand return of hostages

European Commission Pres.:

'There can be no justification for Hamas' acts of terror'

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in statement on one-year anniversary of Hamas attack: I condemn once again, and in the strongest possible terms, those barbarous attacks, we reiterate our call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.

'There can be no justification for Hamas' acts of terror'

Chief of Staff to troops:

'10.7 is a call for deep introspection'

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi sent a letter to all IDF soldiers and reservists marking one year since the Hamas attack on October 7th, 2023.

'10.7 is a call for deep introspection'

One year in captivity:

Pictures of hostages projected on Jerusalem's walls

Photos of the 101 hostages in Hamas captivity in Gaza, the number 365, and a yellow ribbon were projected on Sunday onto the walls of the Old City of Jerusalem.

Pictures of hostages projected on Jerusalem's walls

A year since 10.7

New footage from the battles of Sderot and Re'im

The IDF published new footage from the Multidimensional Unit's heroic battle in Kibbutz Re'im and the tank that fought terrorists outside the besieged Sderot police station.

New footage from the battles of Sderot and Re'im

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FOZ memorial ceremony commemorating October 7th

A memorial ceremony at the FOZ museum with representatives from the kibbutzim, bereaved families, security forces and families of hostages who will come to share their stories.

FOZ memorial ceremony commemorating October 7th

IDF reinforces Gaza region for Oct. 7 memorial

Commanding Officer of the Southern Command: "The Southern Command remains at a heightened state of vigilance and readiness for the coming days."

IDF reinforces Gaza region for Oct. 7 memorial

IDF reveals:

The seized weapons used by Hamas terrorists on October 7

Marking 1 year since the October 7th Massacre, the IDF established an exhibition displaying the items seized from Hamas terrorists who invaded Israel on October 7th, as well as during the combat in the Gaza Strip, to showcase them to the world.

The seized weapons used by Hamas terrorists on October 7

From Hamas' perspective:

This is how the October 7 attack was planned

A new study by Lt. Col. (res.) Jonathan Halevi reveals that as early as December 2022, Yahya Sinwar unveiled the name he chose for the October 7 attack.

This is how the October 7 attack was planned

German official:

'We've faced a tsunami of antisemitism since October 7'

German antisemitism czar says open and aggressive antisemitism has been stronger than at any time since 1945, both in Germany and worldwide.

'We've faced a tsunami of antisemitism since October 7'