Speaking in New York on Oct. 8, Israel’s permanent representative to the United Nations, Gilad Erdan, strongly condemned the Hamas attack against Israel that took place the previous day. Mr. Erdan described the attack as a “barbaric pogrom” and drew a comparison to the tragic events of 9/11 in the United States.
According to Mr. Erdan, Israel endured a high number of casualties in the surprise attack. He emphasized that innocent civilians were targeted and ruthlessly gunned down by the terrorists. This act of violence resulted in hundreds of fatalities, highlighting the gravity of the situation.
Mr. Erdan’s remarks aimed to convey the severity of the attack and the immense loss experienced by the Israeli people. By likening it to the tragedy of 9/11, he sought to emphasize the significance and devastating impact of the attack on Israel.