"Thousands of New Yorkers gathered Tuesday afternoon on the Great Lawn of Central Park for a solemn vigil marking the second anniversary of the Oct. 7, 2023, terrorist attacks in Israel. The Circle of Unity event honored the 1,189 people killed when Hamas militants launched a surprise assault on Israel, as well as the 251 individuals taken hostage, and celebrated the resilience of the Jewish people. The program began at 4 p.m. with Tehillim (Psalms) prayers, followed by two songs and a symbolic march and sing-along around the Great Lawn."
"While many have since been released or confirmed dead, about 48 hostages remain in captivity including 26 who are believed to have been killed. Chanting bring them home, attendees came to remember the victims, call for the release of the remaining hostages, and urge an end to the ongoing conflict. It's a somber anniversary of a heinous act that continues two years later, Mark Abrams told amNewYork at Tuesday's vigil. We want the world to know that we haven't forgotten. We want to see all the hostages freed and peace in the Middle East."
A Circle of Unity vigil on the Great Lawn of Central Park marked the second anniversary of the Oct. 7, 2023 terrorist attacks in Israel with Tehillim prayers, songs, and a symbolic march. The event honored 1,189 people killed and 251 taken hostage, highlighted that about 48 hostages remain in captivity with 26 believed killed, and included chants of “bring them home.” Attendees carried photos of victims and called for the release of remaining hostages and an end to the conflict. Israeli leadership framed the war as existential while negotiations continued in Egypt.
Read at www.amny.com
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