In the footage, Elyakim is seen standing in front of a Hamas flag, saying, 'I’m 8 years old, and I’m asking Bibi [Benjamin Netanyahu] to free us. I am a captive of Hamas.'
This year, special prayers were added for the safety of 133 Israelis being held hostage in Gaza, the protection of IDF soldiers, and gratitude for protection from a recent missile attack by Iran.
The main event every year is a torch lighting which typically takes place at Mount Herzl, this year, however, there will be multiple, with simultaneous lighting at 12 sites attacked by Hamas.
Qatar and France made an agreement in which Israel would approve more aid to Gaza in exchange for Hamas allowing medicine to be delivered to the hostages.