From North to South: Israel bows its head in remembrance of October 7 massacre
At 6:29 a.m. on October 7, the time at which the Hamas attack began, the October Council has planned a minute of silence to be held.
Three years following the October 7 massacre, Israel will commemorate the event and ensuing war on Monday, October 5, as National Memorial Day. Two state ceremonies will be held at Mount Herzl, accompanied by numerous events across the nation. This day, designated as Tishrei 24, is two days after Simchat Torah. Flags will be flown at half-staff at all state buildings, with radio and TV broadcasts reflecting the significance of the day. It remains a typical workday, not a public holiday, with no nationwide sirens.
At 11:00 a.m., a national memorial ceremony for victims of the October 7 attack and soldiers killed since the war's onset will take place at Mount Herzl. Senior government officials, bereaved families, and the President, Prime Minister, and Defense Minister will attend. After the ceremony, Herzog, Netanyahu, and Katz are expected to speak.
The HaLeom and International Convention Center parking lots will open at 8:00 a.m., with free shuttles to Mount Herzl. Light rail from Jerusalem Navon station will also be free. At 2:00 p.m., a national memorial ceremony for terror victims will occur at the Victims of Hostile Acts Memorial, attended by senior officials and bereaved families. Advance registration is required, and weapons are prohibited. Throughout the country, memorial events will commence in the morning, including school ceremonies and activities.
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