What happened
A global gathering of Christian leaders from 122 countries took place in Jerusalem to commemorate the anniversary of the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led massacre. The event, known as the Friends of Zion Ambassador Summit, brought together over 1,000 participants, including released hostages, bereaved families, and wounded Israelis.
The summit featured speeches from various leaders, including Dr. Mike Evans, founder of the Friends of Zion Heritage Center, who emphasized that the world is standing with Israel. Actor and influencer Nathaniel Buzolic also spoke, highlighting the importance of supporting Israel and condemning radical Islamist ideology.
Participants visited Yad Vashem, Israel's Holocaust remembrance center, and attended a live broadcast event hosted by Buzolic and reporter Erin Molan. The event was broadcast on dozens of television networks worldwide.
The summit aimed to show solidarity with Israel and promote unity among Christian Zionists. Israel's Special Envoy to the Christian World, George Deek, praised the sustained support from Jewish and Christian communities abroad since the October 7, 2023, attack.
