On the third anniversary of the October 7 massacre, Israel Police Commissioner and senior command observed a moment of silence at the old Sderot police station. Meanwhile, ZAKA 360 volunteers described the sights, smells, and trauma that still accompany them three years later. The day marks the exact moment the Hamas-led attack began at 6:29 a.m. on Simchat Torah 2023.
This morning, on the third anniversary of the October 7, 2023 massacre, the Israel Police Commissioner and senior command stood for a moment of silence at the old Sderot police station, according to police spokesperson. The ceremony took place at one of the sites where police officers fell on that day.
Separately, ZAKA 360 volunteers recounted their experiences from the massacre. CEO Hizi Shabaks said: "The refrigerated trucks, the smells, and the sights — they haven't left us even after three years." The organization noted that the images continue to haunt its members.
The day began with the 6:29 a.m. moment — the exact time the Hamas-led infiltration and killing spree commenced on the holiday of Simchat Torah 5784. Nationwide commemorations are underway.
Also published this morning by Israeli news channels is a list of senior operatives eliminated since the attack, though no specific new elimination was reported.
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