BBUK Bureau Statement to mark October 7
B’nai B’rith UK marks a year since October 7, 2023, that fateful day that has left a permanent scar on Israel and the entire Jewish world. We mourn the 1,200 people murdered, tortured, and abused in Israel and wish that their memories be a blessing. We stand with Israelis still mourning their loss and share their deep pain and anguish. We remain horrified by the plight of the hostages held in Gaza and demand their return to their homes. We support Israel’s legitimate efforts to defeat its enemies while acknowledging the pain this has caused to innocents in the region. The horrors of that day will not fade from our memories, but we must never lose hope that peace and goodwill can one day prevail.
Dr Jeremy Havardi
Director, Bureau of International Affairs
