'Any Human Being Shaken' By Iran's Missile Attack Of Israel: AJC
LONG ISLAND, NY — As the world waits for Israel to retaliate against Iran’s missile launches, Jews on Long Island are about to celebrate Rosh Hashanah with uneasiness.
“Whenever 180 cruise missiles can impact whole buildings or cause mass casualties, I think any human being who cares about the loss of innocent lives has to be [shaken] by this,” Eric Post, Long Island director, American Jewish Committee, told Patch.
The missiles caused some damage in Tel Aviv and other parts of Central Israel, but there were no casualties from Iran’s attack, largely as Israel’s Iron Dome successfully intercepted the incoming projectiles.
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The war faces a delicate moment that could lead to escalation in the region. To that end, President Biden said on Wednesday that he doesn’t support Israel striking Iran’s nuclear sites.
Along with the Jewish High Holy Days, Monday marks one year since Hamas killed more than 1,000 people and took more than 100 hostages. Antisemitism has been a greater concern since Oct. 7.
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“Authorities need to be particularly aware during elections, during violence in Israel [and] various different points where there tends to be an uptick in antisemitism,” Post said.
Several events are planned to mark the one year since the war started, including Sunday at the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center (HMTC) in Glen Cove.
“By standing with us, you help build a collective strength that is greater than any single individual. Together, we can find solace, inspire healing and demonstrate that through solidarity, we can overcome even the darkest of times,” HMTC said on its website.
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