Jewish and Israeli Holidays
It literally marks the first time since 2014 that no Israeli is being held captive by Hamas or any other terror group in the Gaza Strip.
Photos in the KKL-JNF archives document the “Jewish New Year for Trees” from the early 20th century through today.
“More of us have to come out to events like this, especially in hard times,” one attendee told JNS.
The “chanukiyah” was partially burned during the Nir Oz massacre on Oct. 7.
He called on the Jews of England, France, Australia, Canada and Belgium to come home to the Land of Israel.
Lt. Gen. Kyrylo Budanov and the Australian ambassador lit a menorah as the city’s chief rabbi cited terror fears abroad and war at home.
Protesters shouted “Zionists, leave this country” at worshippers walking to the Neve Shalom Synagogue in the Turkish metropolis.
“We are more determined than ever to ensure the eternity of Israel,” the prime minister says.
Separately, London Mayor Sadiq Khan welcomed Chanukah celebrations at Trafalgar Square.
She may face charges for insulting religion.
Avital Levene told JNS that she began sharing photos of her challah creations online “as a way to connect Jews around the world.”
HB 2166 adds Chanukah, Passover, Rosh Hashanah, and Yom Kippur to “legislatively recognized” days.
