Israelis across the country gathered at military cemeteries and memorial sites on Monday, October 30th, 2023, to honor the lives lost and changed since October 7th, the deadliest assault in Israeli history. Wreaths were laid, remembrance candles were lit, and a collective moment of silence was observed.
Memorial Day holds immense significance in Israel, where mandatory military service applies to nearly all 18-year-olds. It follows Remembrance Day, which commemorates the 6 million Jews who perished in the Holocaust, and precedes Independence Day, a joyous occasion marked by street festivities and fireworks.
This year, the somber mood of Memorial Day was particularly poignant, coming so soon after the devastating attack. The nation united in grief and remembrance, honoring the sacrifices made and the lives lost.
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