Two years ago, on October 7th, 2023, Hamas launched a surprise attack against the state of Israel, killing over one thousand Israeli people and taking over a hundred hostages. The attack devastated small communities and roped the entire nation back into a full-scale war against Hamas.
On the second anniversary of the attacks, Georgia Republicans have united to stand with Israel and the Jewish community.
Representative Buddy Carter (R) called for prayers and placed emphasis on the hostages who still have yet to return home.
Today marks the two-year anniversary of Hamas’ unprovoked attack against Israel. Innocent people were attacked, killed, and taken hostage during this terrorist attack, and there are still individuals who have not been returned home.
While Israel has the right to defend itself,… pic.twitter.com/pLI9YgtfSq
— Buddy Carter (@RepBuddyCarter) October 7, 2025
Rep. Mike Collins (R) called for people to remember the attacks and pray for peace.
Hamas not only attacked the people of Israel two years ago today, but they launched an assault against the idea of free and fair democracies across the globe.
Today we pray for peace, the innocent lives lost, and the release of the 48 hostages back to their families. pic.twitter.com/vRvVGx7JVC
— Rep. Mike Collins (@RepMikeCollins) October 7, 2025
Rep. Rich McCormick (R) announced his unwavering support for Israel and remarked on how the war continues to this day.
Two years ago today, Hamas led an atrocious attack on Israel and started the war we see still being waged today. We continue to pray for the hostages and stand in unwavering support of our ally, Israel.
— Congressman Rich McCormick, MBA MD (@RepMcCormick) October 7, 2025
Rep. Andrew Clyde (R) called Hamas a force of ‘unspeakable evil,’ and urged others to pray for lasting peace in the Middle East.
Today marks two years since Hamas terrorists’ horrific October 7th attack on Israel.
As we reflect on this solemn day, we remember the innocent lives taken by unspeakable evil.
Please continue to pray for the release of all hostages and for a lasting peace in the Middle East.
— Rep. Andrew Clyde (@Rep_Clyde) October 7, 2025
Governor Brian Kemp (R) announced Georgia’s unwavering support for Israel and similarly called on people to pray for the release of the remaining hostages like Evyatar David.
As we mark two years since the horrendous Oct. 7 attacks, Georgia's support for the people and nation of Israel remains unwavering. We also continue to pray for hostages like Evyatar David and join Israelis and Jews around the world in calling for their immediate return, for the…
— Governor Brian P. Kemp (@GovKemp) October 7, 2025
Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R) referred to the Oct. 7th attacks as ‘unfortunate and unforgettable,’ and announced his unequivocal support for Israel and the Jewish community.
— Lt. Governor Burt Jones (@LtGovJonesGA) October 7, 2025
Finally, Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared that the United States remains steadfast in its commitment to support Israel against terror and the suffering of innocent people.
On this second anniversary of Hamas’s heinous October 7 attacks, the United States remains steadfast in our support for Israel in our common fight against terrorism and our shared commitment to bringing an end to the suffering of all hostages and their families. @POTUS's…
— Secretary Marco Rubio (@SecRubio) October 7, 2025
