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Israel Marks Three Years Since Oct. 7 Attacks

Israel observed a moment of silence, marking three years since the Oct. 7 attacks. The 2023 Hamas-led operation resulted in 1,200 deaths and 251 abductions. Reporter Keir Simmons provided coverage for TODAY.

10/07/2026 · New York edition

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Why it matters locally: New York City is home to the largest Jewish population outside of Israel, and many New Yorkers have direct personal connections to the events of October 7th, making this national observance deeply resonant within the state.

Israel observed a moment of remembrance three years after the Oct. 7 attacks. The country paused to recall the events of Oct. 7, 2023. A moment of silence honored the 1,200 people killed during the Hamas-led attack and the 251 individuals kidnapped. NBC News correspondent Keir Simmons reported on the observances for TODAY. These remembrances occur annually, marking a day that involved a significant loss of life and a large number of abductions within Israel.

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