The Hostages and Missing Families Forum in New York City announces a “silent gathering” to mourn the four slain hostages who were returned to Israel on Thursday.
The gathering will take place at Columbus Circle in Manhattan, starting at 6:30 p.m. local time.
“We will gather in silence, lighting candles in memory of the lives we have lost,” the group says in a statement. “May we see brighter days ahead.”
There will be no speeches at the gathering. For those unable to attend, the group urges them to light a candle.
The group asks participants to refrain from mentioning the names of hostages whose remains have not been identified yet, out of respect for the families.
The forum holds regular rallies on Sundays in Central Park.
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