Hospitals across Israel hold ceremonies marking 100 days since October 7

Hospitals around the country hold ceremonies marking 100 days since the deadly October 7 massacre and the beginning of Israel’s war against Hamas, and in solidarity with the 136 Israeli and foreign nationals still being held in Gaza by Hamas and other terror groups.

Today’s gatherings at the hospitals include moments of silence in remembrance of those murdered on October 7 and members of the IDF, the Israel Police, and security services who were killed in the war. Some also include prayers for the injured and the protection of IDF forces, as well as speeches by medical center leaders.

“The administration and staff of Wolfson wish to strengthen…all IDF soldiers and branches of the security services who are now in Gaza and elsewhere. We remember the fallen and hope and wish for the quick return of the kidnapped and captives, healthy and whole, and pray daily for the recovery of the wounded,” says Yaniv Fogel, administrative director of Wolfson Medical Center in Holon.

As staff, patients, families, and visitors gather at Hadassah in Jerusalem, director-general Prof. Yoram Weiss thanks everyone at the hospital who has tended to the injured.

“I am proud of you, the people of Hadassah, for everything you have done and given during these 100 days to save lives and treat and rehabilitate the wounded,” Weiss says.

Hamas attacked southern Israel on October 7, destroying entire communities, and slaughtering 1,200 people, mainly civilians. The terrorists also took some 240 Israelis and foreign nationals as hostages to Gaza on October 7.

Some were released during a truce brokered by Qatar and Egypt at the end of November. However, there are 136 hostages — some confirmed to no longer be alive — still being held by Hamas and other terrorist groups in the Strip.