Manchester’s Jewish community rallies for October 7 vigil days after synagogue terror attack

And Daniela Ekstein, Israel’s deputy ambassador to the UK, offered her government’s condolences and pledged: “We will be there for you as you have been with us these last two years. Now, we are here for you.

"We stand united with the Jewish people of Manchester and every single British Jew.

"We will prevail together, we will bring them home, and together we will ensure that light triumphs over darkness.”

Also present was Rob Moss, brother of Mandy Damari and uncle of former hostage Emily. Speaking on behalf of the Damari family, he said British Jewry’s “collective strength contributed massively to the release of my niece”.

"The fact you’re still here after two years is nothing short of remarkable.”

He continued: “On behalf of my entire family, thank you from the bottom of my heart and the hearts of my entire family, especially Mandy and Emily.”

Some speakers criticised the UK government for its inaction over a surge in antisemitism[Missing Credit]

However, several speakers also voiced their frustration at the Labour government for failing to tackle the surge of antisemitism.

Sharren Haskel MK, Israel’s deputy foreign minister, said antisemitism “is out of control in the UK”, saying: “More of the same from the British government is completely unacceptable.

"What is the UK government going to do about the tsunami of Jew hatred on Britain’s streets that has exploded since the worst massacre of Jews since the Holocaust, on October 7?”

She said that the gathering coming together in “grief and anger”, the hundreds present, “fill me with pride and hope”.

“I cannot explain to you how it feels to see all of you after this horrific attack, out in the open with British and Israeli flags waving them proudly. You are so brave,” she said. “It takes immense courage and true bravery to come out at times like these to stand here and speak out against evil and show moral clarity.”

Bloom added that the community “will not forget the betrayal” over the UK recognising a Palestinian state, saying: “When you fail to act on constant calls to globalise the intifada, the results are that intifada came to our Manchester Jewish community with horrific consequences.

"Shame on them for allowing this hatred to flourish. This we will not forget.”