Rimon Kirsht, released from Hamas, fights for her husband, Yagev, still held with 134 hostages. Hanukkah is celebrated worldwide, with menorahs lit in Be’eri, DC, Polish Parliament, and by the IDF. Various leaders and communities join in the celebration, emphasizing hope, faith, and unity during dark times. The festival is marked by prayers for the safe return of hostages held by Hamas since October 7.
Shabbat Shalom! Another week of wishing for peace, love, and for all hostages to be back home in the arms of their families. It was really meaningful to be invited as part of a Hanukkah event this week with @NYCMayor alongside the Jewish community. It was emotional, powerful,… https://t.co/a3FOw27zZS
On this last day of the Festival of Lights, I find myself reminiscing about celebrating Hanukkah as a kid while reflecting on another favorite holiday phrase: “Et in terrā pāx hominibus bonae voluntātis”—and peace on Earth to men of good will. #HappyHanukkah
Shabbat Shalom 💙🇮🇱 Praying for the safety of our men and women in uniform and that all of the hostages are reunited with their families soon. #BringThemAllHomeNow
A Hanukkah miracle, despite it all Despite the hardships and the agony that Israelis have endured since October 7, our humanity and our ability for compassion is intact. OPINION by @davidbjpost | Read more: https://t.co/5V5uapgZxY
On the last night of Hanukkah, I was joined by the families of our brave British lone soldiers as we devoted the final candle lighting to their loved ones serving to keep Israel safe. Photo: Mart Photography https://t.co/wBrDgYKkU4
Happy last night of Chanukah. (I lit the American flag one and made growing daniel light the gay one) https://t.co/YNPmJ2Ky4I
Polish leaders celebrate Hanukkah in parliament after far-right antisemitic incident https://t.co/VXS35CC9pY . Click to read ⬇️
As we say goodbye to the Festival of Lights, we dance, we sing, we embrace, and we unite as a people. It might be hard to sing in these times, but this is what we do. This is what we’ve always done. Happy Hanukah. https://t.co/nRc3IlVKna
Today, as we mark the final day of #Chanukah and do everything possible to #BringThemHomeNOW, let us remember that good shall always triumph over evil and #Israel’s light will dispel the darkness of Hamas. https://t.co/WMDnWKBun7
It’s the last night of Chanukah and I have both my kids with me. We lit our Chanukiot together for the last time this year! #FestivalOfLights #EighthCrazyNight https://t.co/OYpgZKSQ8t
The Marshal of the Sejm @szymon_holownia lights Hannukah candles in the Polish Parliament. https://t.co/NM8gbXItJk
Tonight is the 8th night of Chanukah, a festival which celebrates the miraculous victory over an invading enemy in the land of Israel. We did it before and we will do it again. May you all have a happy and safe Chanukah! https://t.co/VG7ebeRVls
This week, Chanukah celebrations came to our nation's Capitol. 🕎 Thank you to @shemtovdc for leading all four Congressional leaders in the first-ever lighting of the U.S. Capitol Menorah. Wishing everyone a wonderful rest of Chanukah! https://t.co/t4PMTnS7xV
By the Danube River, where thousands of Jews were sent to their death by the Nazis and their collaborators, tonight a Chanukiah burns bright, as a reminder that good will always triumph over evil, and light will dispel darkness. #Chanukah #NoContextNeeded https://t.co/PMisFM06o5
The IDF lit 8 lights in the sky over Khan Younis for the 8th night of Hannukah. https://t.co/mc9aCLa93f
On this last night of Hanukkah we honor Shir’s incredible bravery on October 7th. When Hamas set her kibbutz on fire, she managed to rescue her unconscious neighbor from the flames. Read her story and all 8 #InTheirLight accounts of heroism: https://t.co/nXS5smLa62 https://t.co/rNGuVJJaln
Israel Defense Forces lighting the 8th Hanukkah candle in style. 🇮🇱 https://t.co/XviRS8AggC
Tonight as we mark the eighth and final night of Hanukkah, we ask that you keep Romi Gonen (23) in mind and pray for her safe return. May all of the hostages be reunited with their families soon. #BringThemAllHome https://t.co/e2CadUXltM
Second Hanukkah lighting in Polish Parliament after MP Braun's incident, attended by MPs, Senators, and Poland's Jewish community. 🕯️ Read more: https://t.co/XhDoZiI1zt https://t.co/cykOAbFDFs
The last night of Chanukah 5874. Remember, we are the miracle. The survival and continuation of the Jewish people is a miracle. We stand on the shoulders of giants who fought for the Jewish people, and now it’s our turn. Chag Sameach & am Yisrael chai. https://t.co/WrOtF06yCc
On the last night of Hanukkah, I am lighting my orange candles in solidarity with the Bibas family, who were taken hostage by Hamas terrorists on 7th October. I pray for the safe & swift return of Kfir, Ariel, Shiri, Yarden and all the innocent Israeli men, women and children… https://t.co/xvidD71KF6
Top Polish leaders celebrate Hanukkah in parliament after antisemitic incident https://t.co/4zNcWSuJCN
Chanukah might be coming to an end, but our nation’s light is only just getting started. Happy Chanukah! 🕎🔥🇮🇱💪🙏 https://t.co/UE64whh1Go
When she was released from the hands of Hamas, Rimon Kirsht heroically stood tall and looked her captor in the eye. It was a small moment that echoed around the world. Now, she’s home and fighting for her husband, Yagev, who is still held in Gaza with 134 other hostages. https://t.co/eGLafovuIP
Lighting the menorah is a reminder to hold on to the miracles of hope and faith. Because when we do, no night is so dark that we can’t find the light. Happy Hanukkah. https://t.co/YznV0I4pdG
It’s more important now than ever that we come together to celebrate the festival of lights in these dark times. Honored to join @IsraelinUSA for a Hanukkah celebration alongside members of the Jewish community in the United States. https://t.co/1Kyyc68QtL
BREAKING: HAMAS OFFICIAL STATEMENT “On the 36th anniversary of the launch of the Hamas movement and in the shadow of the blessed flood battle of Al-Aqsa, we renew our pledge to continue the resistance until the end of the occupation and the fulfillment of the aspirations of our… https://t.co/BhfKpS4yJq
From Be’eri to DC, menorahs retrieved from the Oct. 7 wreckage light up for Hanukkah https://t.co/fSKQ8UeNuc . Click to read ⬇️
Proud beyond words of the courage and bravery of the men & women of the @IDF. They are the real light that will dispel the evil and darkness of Hamas! #Chanukah https://t.co/ZPVRzkxjFZ
Honoured to have celebrated the fifth day of Chanukah with members and leaders of London’s Jewish communities 🕎 As dark as days seem, light and hope can always be found. I wish all Jewish communities a safe and peaceful celebration during the final nights of Chanukah. https://t.co/Z1pvK5Px1d