Today is the 12th anniversary since the dreadful day in 2008 when as many as 170 innocent people were mercilessly killed by Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists in Mumbai. Even today, it isn’t just fear that surfaces at the mention of 26/11.

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A tornado of emotions acts up and boils over within the heart of every Indian as soon as the 2008, 26/11 Mumbai terror attack is mentioned. There’s pain, there’s loss and there’s trauma that hundreds continue to live with even after 12 years since the day of tragedy.

Seems like it isn’t just Indians who wish to ‘Never Forget’ the 26/11 and demand for a closure. Israelis too have come forward to organise ceremonies and pay respects to the victims of the 26/11 attacks. They are also demanding that the perpetrators be tried and brought to justice.

Today we remember the victims of the terrible #MumbaiTerrorAttack of 26/11, which targeted citizens of #India, #Israel and the world. This painful chapter in our shared history only strengthens our bond and commitment to stop global terrorism together. #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/wMefPbQrAx

— Ron Malka 🇮🇱 (@DrRonMalka) November 26, 2020

Condemning “Pakistan-sponsored terrorism” and remembering the innocent lives that were lost on the fateful day, Israelis and Indian students paid their respects to the victims in Jerusalem, Rehovot and Tel Aviv yesterday, while more ceremonies have been scheduled for today in Beersheva and Eilat. That’s not all, Israelis in Eilat are hoping to build a memorial square in the memory of the victims of the Mumbai attacks. 

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Speaking to PTI, Isaac Solomon said, “Israel opposes every country that provides financial and logistical support to terrorists. Peaceful countries should come together to boycott diplomatically and financially those countries that support terrorism.” He also added, “It is a matter of pride for us Israelis to have a peaceful country like India as our friend. We pray that our friendship continues to grow strong.”  

Indians have also appreciated Israel’s gesture. 

🇮🇳India’s all weather friend
🇮🇱Israel stands with India asks
for Justice and to Punish perpetrators of #MumbaiTerrorAttacks

26/11 #MumbaiTerrorAttack :
🇮🇱Israelis pay respects to victims, demand justice for them - Oneindia News https://t.co/W6yjjsNDXs

— vishal mehta🇮🇳 (@vishalnautamlal) November 26, 2020

After 26/11, Israel has helped & co operated with India regarding intelligence & defence front.

— Madhu🇮🇳 (@Madhukshara_C) November 26, 2020

It's really wonderful to see you @MayaKadosh paying homage in the remembrance of great heroes of #MumbaiTerrorAttack on 26/11. This shows how much #Israel is connected with #India emotionally also. Bonding hopefully will get strengthen many folds in the years to come.

— Kingshuk Mukherji (@KingshukMukhe13) November 26, 2020

# Terrorism is a global disease!
Needs immediate treatment globally.

— Mukesh Agarwal (@MukeshAgarwal64) November 26, 2020

I remember someone wrote after 26/11, Israel offered help. Truly, a friend indeed.

— जीव मराठी 🇮🇳 #StopHindiImposition (@JeevMarathi) November 26, 2020

Bless you Israel 🇮🇱!

— Shajieel Ravindran (@shajieel) November 26, 2020

Wonderful gesture @IsraelinIndia @israelinMumbai

— विक्रम मोहन पत्की 🇮🇳 (@Vickypats66) November 26, 2020 

Never forget.  

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