The second anniversary of the October 7 attack by Hamas on Israel resurfaces painful memories. Photo: Steven Markham/AAP PHOTOS

Leaders strike a sombre tone commemorating the deaths of 1200 Israelis and the taking of 250 hostages by Hamas as mediators try to broker a ceasefire that sticks.

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described October 7 as "a day of pain and terror for Jewish people around the world" that must be remembered to remind of the suffering endured.

"We must never forget the atrocities that were inflicted by Hamas," he said.

"We also think of those still held hostage

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