Utah leaders remember the one year anniversary of the October 7 attacks

Oct 7, 2024, 8:00 PM

The Brandenburg Gate is illuminated with the flag of Israel in Berlin, Germany, Monday, Oct. 7, 202...

The Brandenburg Gate is illuminated with the flag of Israel in Berlin, Germany, Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, to mark the anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023. (Kay Nietfeld/dpa via AP)
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(Kay Nietfeld/dpa via AP)

SALT LAKE CITY — Jewish community leaders in Utah are remembering those lost one year ago today during the October 7 attacks on Israel. 

The October 7 attacks at the Nova Music Festival left more than a thousand people dead and several hundred taken hostage by Hamas. 

Rabbi Avremi Zippel said today is about no one other than those who lost their lives a year ago. 

“This is a day for our community to remember the tragedies that our community faced. And I think that’s the only space that we need to be holding on this day,” he said.

He describes the events that unfolded a year ago as Israel’s 9/11. 

“Remembering what that shock was like a year ago, and more than anything being grateful for those who have been in our corner and have had our backs,” he said.  

Utah leaders react on social media 

Several of Utah’s government leaders commemorated today with a message on social media. 

Gov. Spencer Cox said on X that “we reaffirm Utah’s unwavering support for Israel and its fight against terrorism.” 

 

Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson added to Cox’s post. She said “we stand in solidarity with the Israeli people, honoring their resilience and strength.” 

 

Sen. Mitt Romney posted a statement on X saying that he’s praying for an end of the rampant antisemitism.

 

Sen. Mike Lee said he encourages praying for the people of Israel. One year ago, Hamas attacked the people of Israel, murdering nearly 1200, most of whom were civilians, including women and children.

 

Related: Jewish community won’t be scared off easily, rabbi says after bomb threats

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Utah leaders remember the one year anniversary of the October 7 attacks