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Hamas celebrated the October 7 Massacre as a “glorious day” in a message commemorating the two years since the terror group invaded southern Israel and massacred 1200 Israelis.

The video celebrated the invading terrorists as “heroes” fighting in “defense of their religion and homeland.”

Jews worldwide commemorate October 7 Massacre’s second anniversary

Jewish communities around the world commemorated the second anniversary of the October 7 Massacre ahead of the date, which fell on the holiday of Sukkot.

Events were held across France on Sunday, according to Yonathan Arfi, President of the Representative Council of Jewish Institutions of France (CRIF).
The community of Kibbutz Nir Oz, where 65 kibbutz members were murdered or taken captive by Hamas in the October 7 massacre hold a memorial service at the cemetery of the kibbutz on the two-year anniversary of October 7th. October 06, 2025.
The community of Kibbutz Nir Oz, where 65 kibbutz members were murdered or taken captive by Hamas in the October 7 massacre hold a memorial service at the cemetery of the kibbutz on the two-year anniversary of October 7th. October 06, 2025. (credit: Tsafrir Abayov/Flash90)

Next Sunday, the Zionist Council of New South Wales is set to hold an anniversary event with the brother of Australian citizen and massacre victim Galit Carbone to be the keynote speaker.

In Victoria, the following Sunday will see another tribute to the victims of the massacre, hosted by the Zionist Council of Victoria.

Across the Atlantic, memorial events were scheduled in the United States. Temple Ahavat Shalom and Temple Judea planned a commemoration for Tuesday, during the first day of Sukkot. The UJA-Federation of New York held an event on Sunday evening with hostage families and other victims.

In Canada, the UJA Federation of Toronto held an event on Sunday. The memorial featured a panel, testimonials, and music to engender remembrance of the tragedy.

In South Africa, the South African Zionist Federation is holding a musical tribute to October 7 victims. Former hostage Agam Berger is set to give a violin performance at the October 16 Johannesburg event.

Other communities, such as in Argentina, held early commemorations. On September 30, Argentinian Jews gathered in Centenario Park to demand the release of the 48 people still held captive in Gaza, including 4 Argentine nationals.

Michael Starr contributed to this report.