Thousands Attend Memorial for Hamas Attack Victims

On October 7, tens of thousands attended memorials across the UK, particularly in London’s Hyde Park, to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel. The main event, organized by various Jewish organizations and the Israeli Embassy, featured speeches from individuals including Mandy Damari, whose daughter Emily remains a hostage, emphasizing the urgent need for the release of all captives. Attendees waved Israeli flags and held placards with the faces of hostages, chanting 'bring them home.' Concurrently, pro-Palestinian protests occurred, highlighting the ongoing conflict and calls for a ceasefire. The memorial underscored rising antisemitism and the significant civilian casualties from the conflict, with reports indicating over 41,000 Palestinian deaths since the onset of hostilities. The events reflect the broader emotional and political tensions surrounding the anniversary of the tragic attacks and the continuing war in Gaza.