War In Israel
Early on Saturday 7th October, during the Jewish festival of Simchat Torah, extreme violence broke out in Israel. Israelis continue to be held hostage by Hamas, and antisemitism has skyrocketed as the war rages on.
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Donate NowEarly on Saturday 7th October, during the Jewish festival of Simchat Torah, extreme violence broke out in Israel. Israelis continue to be held hostage by Hamas, and antisemitism has skyrocketed as the war rages on.
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