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Trump on Oct. 7 anniversary:

Trump on October 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.

Trump on October 7 anniversary: I will not allow another Holocaust of the Jewish people

Italy:

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.

Italy: Vandals deface mural depicting October 7 survivor

US officials:

US officials: Washington no longer pushing Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire

US officials tell CNN the US is no longer pushing to revive its proposed deal for a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon and is instead focused on shaping and limiting Israeli operations in Lebanon and against Iran.

US officials: Washington no longer pushing Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire

Torah scroll written by families of Oct. 7 victims placed at Western Wall

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 scroll written by families of Oct. 7 victims placed at Western Wall

Watch:

Watch: Pro-Israel activist attacked by anti-Israel protesters

Todd Richman, co-founder of Democratic Majority of Israel, attacked and beaten by pro-Hamas protesters in Manhattan as he walks down the street holding an Israeli flag.

Watch: Pro-Israel activist attacked by anti-Israel protesters

Vice President Harris:

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.

Vice President Harris: I will never forget October 7, and the world must never forget

Watch:

Watch: '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.

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

Barrage fired from Lebanon, sirens in Gush Dan and Sharon

IDF says five projectiles were launched from Lebanon into Israeli territory. Residents of central Israel and the Sharon report hearing explosions, likely as a result of interceptions.

Barrage fired from Lebanon, sirens in Gush Dan and Sharon

Thousands of Breslov hasidim unable to return home from Uman

Two days after the conclusion of the holiday and following Sabbath, thousands of Breslov hasidim who traveled to Uman for Rosh Hashanah are still unable to board their flights home.

Thousands of Breslov hasidim unable to return home from Uman

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Watch: 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.

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

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Watch: Watch: Trump visits the Rebbe's Ohel in honor of October 7

Former US President Donald Trump attends an October 7 Commemoration Event in at the gravesite of the Lubavitcher Rebbe in Queens, New York.

Watch: Watch: Trump visits the Rebbe's Ohel in honor of October 7

After extended silence:

Sinwar contacts Hamas leadership in Qatar

IDF investigates rumors of the Hamas leader's assassination, Al-Arabiya reports that Sinwar contacted his associates in Qatar.

Sinwar contacts Hamas leadership in Qatar

Trump says he'd applaud if Israel struck Iran's nuclear facilities

In interview with radio host Hugh Hewitt, former President replies in the affirmative when asked if he would "applaud" if Israel struck Iran's nuclear facilities, says he can achieve peace if reelected.

Trump says he'd applaud if Israel struck Iran's nuclear facilities

Berlin:

Special prayer service in Berlin 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 prayer service in Berlin commemorating first anniversary of massacre

Watch:

Watch: 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.

Watch: President Biden lights memorial candle for October 7 victims

Pres. Biden calls Pres. 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.

Pres. Biden calls Pres. Herzog to express solidarity on Oct. 7 anniversary

Live:

Live: 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.

Live: Bereaved Families' October 7 Memorial Ceremony

US:

US shows support for Israel on 1st anniversary of 10/7 massacre

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.'

US shows support for Israel on 1st anniversary of 10/7 massacre

IAF jets strike 120 targets in Lebanon in under an hour

In a large-scale airstrike that lasted about an hour, 100 air force planes attacked more than 120 terrorist targets of Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.

IAF jets strike 120 targets in Lebanon in under an hour

Missile fired from Yemen causes sirens in central Israel

Surface to surface missile fired from Yemen intercepted. Explosions heard in central Israel and Jerusalem.

Missile fired from Yemen causes sirens in central Israel

PM meets US Senators:

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.

PM meets US Senators: '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:

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.

Biden on 10/7 anniversary: We support Israel's self-defense from Hezbollah, Hamas,  Iran

Injured in battle in Lebanon:

Injured in battle in Lebanon, reservist Aviv Magen dies of his wounds

Command Sergeant Major (res.) Aviv Magen, age 43, succumbs to injuries following battle on Israel-Lebanon border.

Injured in battle in Lebanon, reservist Aviv Magen dies of his wounds

Defense Minister:

Defense Minister: 'Committed to doing everything possible to bring our hostages home'

Marking one year since the October 7 massacre, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant promises, 'We are eternally committed to the security and continuity of the State of Israel and her people.'

Defense Minister: 'Committed to doing everything possible to bring our hostages home'

'Outside my home'

'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.

'Outside my home': Keren Peles sings with the children of October 7

Hamas launches missiles barrage towards central Israel

Hamas' military wing takes responsibility for rocket fire on Tel Aviv, says missiles used were M-90s. Two lightly injured from shrapnel in Kfar Chabad.

Hamas launches missiles barrage towards central Israel

After suspending arms exports:

After suspending arms exports| Keir Starmer: Oct. 7, 2023 'darkest day' since Holocaust

In October 7 memorial post, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer calls to 'unequivocally stand with the Jewish community,' 'secure a better future for the Middle East.'

After suspending arms exports| Keir Starmer: Oct. 7, 2023 'darkest day' since Holocaust

After call for arms embargo:

After call for arms embargo on Israel: Emmanuel Macron pens October 7 memorial post

French President Emmanuel Macron posts in Hebrew expressing sympathy for October 7 massacre victims, families of hostages. 'The pain is still here, as sharp as it was a year ago.'

After call for arms embargo on Israel: Emmanuel Macron pens October 7 memorial post

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

Al Jazeera anchorman celebrates one year since massacre of Jews

Jamal Rayyan, Al Jazeera anchorman, posts in Arabic on X celebrating one year since the October 7 massacre in Israel. 'This is the day that restored the nation's dignity and prestige.'

Al Jazeera anchorman celebrates one year since massacre of Jews

One year since the massacre:

One year since the massacre: President Herzog begins memorial journey

President Isaac Herzog kicks off memorial ceremony for October 7 massacre at the site of the Nova music festival; Knesset speaker holds moment of silence.

One year since the massacre: President Herzog begins memorial journey

Sirens in Rishon Lezion

Sirens in Rishon Lezion, IAF intercepts two UAVs fired from the east

Sirens activated in Rishon Lezion and Palmachim due to a hostile aircraft infiltration. IDF Spokesperson's Unit: Two suspicious aerial targets launched from the east were intercepted.

Sirens in Rishon Lezion, IAF intercepts two UAVs fired from the east

Fearing elimination

Report: Senior Hamas officials fled Lebanon and Iran, fearing elimination

Following the elimination of Haniyeh in Tehran and Nasrallah in Beirut, senior Hamas officials have been fleeing Lebanon and Iran due to fear of being eliminated by Israel.

Report: Senior Hamas officials fled Lebanon and Iran, fearing elimination

New report:

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.

New report: Antisemitic incidents in the US surge to record levels

Former Chief of Staff:

Former Chief of Staff: Ben Gvir and Smotrich are the threat, not Hamas

Former Chief of Staff Dan Halutz says in left-wing demonstration that ministers Ben Gvir, Smotrich and Levin are the existential threat to the country and not the various terrorist organizations.

Former Chief of Staff: Ben Gvir and Smotrich are the threat, not Hamas

Gallant on response to Iran:

Gallant on response to Iran: Everything is on the table

Defense Minister tells CNN that Israel is working in coordination with the United States as it prepares for potential strike on Iran, but will ultimately make its own decisions on how to respond.

Gallant on response to Iran: Everything is on the table

Oct.7 anniversary:

Thousands gather in Central Park on October 7 anniversary, 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 on October 7 anniversary, demand return of hostages

European Commission Pres.:

European Commission President: 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.

European Commission President: There can be no justification for Hamas' acts of terror

Rabbis Issue a Clarion Call to Action

36th Annual Chai Elul Siyum HaShas & 82nd Annual Dinner of the Rabbinical Alliance of America/Igud HaRabbonim

Rabbis Issue a Clarion Call to Action