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President Herzog: 'We will never forget their sacrifice'

Speaking at memorial ceremony for victims of October 7 massacre and those who fell in the war since, Israel's President Isaac Herzog reflects on the resilience and sacrifice of Israel's fallen soldiers and bereaved families, honoring their courage and sacrifice.

President Herzog: 'We will never forget their sacrifice'

Rare medal to be awarded to heroes of the Swords of Iron war

During a memorial ceremony for the October 7th massacre, Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that he would award the Medal of Valor to select units - a medal last awarded in 1975.

Rare medal to be awarded to heroes of the Swords of Iron war

'Days Of Joy, Not Mourning':

Cabinet secretary responds to criticism over memorial date

Government Secretary Yossi Fuchs clarified why the memorial service will be neither on October 7th nor Simchat Torah.

Cabinet secretary responds to criticism over memorial date

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National memorial ceremony marks 2 years since 10/7 massacre

The memorial ceremony began with a moment of silence in the presence of tens of thousands of participants and a live broadcast to millions of viewers in hundreds of community screenings around the world.

National memorial ceremony marks 2 years since 10/7 massacre

Chief Rabbi Goldschmidt:

‘Our faith remains unbroken, but our patience has run out’

Chief Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt marks two years since the October 7th massacres, urging Europe to confront rising antisemitism and defend Israel’s right to security.

‘Our faith remains unbroken, but our patience has run out’

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Sagui Dekel-Chen's haunting apology in Nir Oz

A memorial ceremony for the October 7th massacre was held at Kibbutz Nir Oz, in memory of 65 people who were murdered and the nine hostages still held in Gaza.

Sagui Dekel-Chen's haunting apology in Nir Oz

Two Years Later:

'I'm sorry, I couldn't save you'

Ben Sukhman, CEO of Be'eri Printshop, who lost his mother, the late Tami Sukhman, in the Be'eri massacre, read a personal poem he wrote in which he described moments of fear, loneliness and longing.

'I'm sorry, I couldn't save you'

NYC vigil for massacre victims canceled by venue management

A New York event company reportedly asked the NYPD to prevent a vigil for the victims of the October 7th massacre.

NYC vigil for massacre victims canceled by venue management

Jewish book of the year:

Lee Yaron’s account of Oct. 7 attacks

Israeli journalist Lee Yaron becomes youngest-ever author to win Jewish book of the year award, with book on stories from the October 7th massacre.

Lee Yaron’s account of Oct. 7 attacks

President Herzog and Montana Tucker inaugurate Oct. 7th film

Israel’s President Isaac Herzog and pro-Israel social media activist Montana Tucker inaugurated The Children of October 7 documentary at the Museum of Tolerance in Jerusalem.

President Herzog and Montana Tucker inaugurate Oct. 7th film

The Heroes of October 7th - a different narrative for all of us

While Hamas barbarians initiated the October 7th massacre and the price we paid is incalculable, still, Israeli courage, initiative and selfless ingenuity prevailed, so why should Hamas dominate the narrative our children hear? Review.

The Heroes of October 7th - a different narrative for all of us

Pain and unity at October 7th memorial event

Michal Gabay, mother of the late Shani, who was killed in the October 7 massacre, thanks ZAKA volunteers: 'Thanks to your efforts, she is buried with the honor she deserves!'

Pain and unity at October 7th memorial event

Aner Shapira's father:

'Think about the hundreds of heroes whose stories are unknown'

Moshe, whose son Aner was killed while protecting others near the site of the Supernova Music Festival, tells Arutz Sheva that there were many heroes, and 'and we need to come together and think about them, even those whose stories were not told.'

'Think about the hundreds of heroes whose stories are unknown'

Yotam Haim's last message:

'I hope I survive, if not - I love you'

Iris, whose son Yotam Haim, was abducted by Hamas terrorists and accidentally killed by IDF soldiers in Gaza, shared the last sign of life she received from him.

'I hope I survive, if not - I love you'

October 7th memorial:

Bereaved families disrupt Prime Minister's address

During Netanyahu's address at the State Memorial Ceremony for the civilians who were murdered during the October 7th Massacre, bereaved families began to shout. Netanyahu waited for them to be removed and continued to speak.

Bereaved families disrupt Prime Minister's address

Herzog at 10/7 memorial:

'I apologize for our failure to protect your loved ones'

President Isaac Herzog addressed the State Memorial Ceremony for Civilian Victims of Terror in the current conflict and highlighted the tragic stories of the victims as well as the stories of heroism.

'I apologize for our failure to protect your loved ones'

National memorial day to be held in two weeks

Tishrei 24 to be set as the national memorial day for the war which began on October 7, 2023.

National memorial day to be held in two weeks

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

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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

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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

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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

Oct. 7th memorial ceremony:

Herzog's proposal to Netanyahu

President Isaac Herzog sent a proposal to Prime Minister Netanyahu following the dispute over the state ceremony to commemorate the October 7th massacre.

Herzog's proposal to Netanyahu