Israel marks 1,000 days since Oct 7 with memorials, protests

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Israel commemorated 1,000 days since the Hamas October 7, 2023 attack with memorials and protests demanding a state commission of inquiry into the incident. These events occurred amid ongoing tensions and conflict in the Gaza region, reflecting deep national mourning and criticism of governmental response.

Israel on Thursday marked the 1,000th day since Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack with calls for a state commission of inquiry into the unprecedented assault that triggered the war in Gaza. A series of sombre commemorations are due to be held across the country, as well as protests against the government's handling of events during and after the attack. The first began at 6:29 am (0329 GMT) -- the exact time at which the Palestinian Islamist movement launched its attack on Israel, triggering the war in Gaza.