Tel Aviv: On Friday morning, as part of the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, Israeli worshippers gathered in Tel Aviv’s Hostages Square for communal prayer, marking a moment of reflection and faith amidst a tense backdrop. The prayers took on heightened significance after Israel’s government ratified a ceasefire with Hamas in Gaza, bringing a temporary respite to a period of heightened conflict.

The square, named in memory of Israeli hostages, became a focal point for the community to express hope, resilience, and solidarity. Worshippers, dressed in traditional attire and carrying prayer books, recited blessings and participated in the rituals of Sukkot, which celebrate harvest, gratitude, and the endurance of the Jewish people.

Photographs from the gathering captured scenes of devotion and u

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