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    Sukkot concert raises funds for IDF, honors Hatzalah volunteers – Israel News

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    Artists Ishay Ribo, Gad Elbaz and Shmuel performed at the annual United Hatzalah concert on Sunday evening. The event aimed to raise funds to purchase protective equipment for soldiers on the front lines.

    The sold-out event was held at the Jerusalem International Convention Center, attracting 3,000 participants.

    The concert celebrated the holiday of Sukkot while also focusing on the still-held hostages and IDF soldiers stationed in Gaza and Lebanon.

    “United Hatzalah volunteers have a year-round mission to save others. It is a great privilege to take part in an event like this to enable them to continue saving more people. Ishay Ribo said.

    October 7 volunteers honored

    Throughout the night, United Hatzalah volunteers who saved lives in southern Israel on October 7 were honored. Their stories highlighted the urgent need for protective equipment and celebrated their courage at a critical time.

    United Hatzalah Annual Concert 2024 (credit: UNITED HATZALAH)

    Shmuel reflected on his participation in the event, saying, “United Hatzalah gives so much throughout the year in times when we need help the most. I wanted to give back what I could to this organization that is so important to the Jewish people and beyond. »

    The concert also included a performance by M., a reservist in a special forces unit who became known after October 7 for his masked videos in which he sang.

    Singer Gad Elbaz closed the evening by saying, “Performing for United Hatzalah two days before Simchat Torah, a day that now symbolizes a mixture of darkness and light, is extremely meaningful. It is a tremendous privilege to participate in an event where so many Jews from around the world can experience what the organization’s volunteers did that day.

    In addition to sold-out ticket sales, numerous pledges were made at the event, including boxing legend Floyd Mayweather, who sent a message announcing his donation of 100 bulletproof vests to frontline volunteers.

    United Hatzalah President Eli Beer expressed his appreciation for the evening. “Thank you for being here tonight and for your support. Your presence shows that even in difficult times, we can find strength in unity. Let us continue to stand in solidarity with our soldiers, our volunteers and our community.



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