As Israeli and Hamas leaders continue to discuss terms of peace in Egypt, today marks the second anniversary of the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attacks, which led to 1,200 deaths and 251 people taken hostage.
San Diego County's Jewish community will commemorate the event on Thursday with an event at The Sound venue at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, featuring a performance by Project Heroes — an Israeli ensemble formed as a response to the attacks.
"Through powerful music and storytelling, Project Heroes highlights the extraordinary acts of courage and resilience that continue to inspire the Jewish people and communities worldwide," a statement from the event's organizers read.
The event is presented by Jewish Federation of San Diego, together with the Leichtag Foundation, the Lawrence Family Jewish C