Ahead of the second anniversary of the attacks on Israel by
Hamas terrorists on October 7th 2023, Prime
Minister said:
“Today we mark two years since the horrifying attacks on Israel
by Hamas terrorists on October 7th 2023. Time
does not diminish the evil we saw that day. The worst attack on
the Jewish people since the Holocaust. The brutal, cold blooded
torture and murder of Jews in their own homes. And the taking of
hostages, including British citizens, some of whom remain in Gaza
today.
“Since that awful day, so many have endured a living nightmare.
When I spoke with some of the families of the British hostages, I
promised them in person that we will not cease in our
efforts to bring their loved ones home.
“But back here in the UK, our Jewish communities have also
endured rising antisemitism on our streets, in our country. And
last week, a horrifying terrorist attack on the holy day of Yom
Kippur in Manchester. This is a stain on who we are, and this
country will always stand tall and united against those who wish
harm and hatred upon Jewish communities.
“Our priority in the Middle East remains the same – release the
hostages. Surge aid into Gaza. And a ceasefire that can lead to a
lasting and just peace as a step towards a Two-State solution. A
safe and secure Israel, alongside a viable Palestinian state. We
welcome the US initiative towards peace in the Middle East, and
this government will do everything in our power to bring about
the day where every child of Israel can live peacefully,
alongside their Palestinian neighbours, in safety and security.”
