This year's Rosh Hashanah in Tel Aviv, beginning on October 2, feels markedly different as the city grapples with the aftermath of missile strikes from the Iranian mainland on October 1 and nearly a year of ongoing conflict with Hamas. 🌙
Residents shared their experiences and emotions during what is traditionally a time of joy and reflection. Yosi Barkan, a local driver, described feeling a pervasive sense of fear: \"It's hard to celebrate when you're constantly on edge and worried about what's next.\" 🚗💬
Engineer Zeev Goldberg echoed similar sentiments, noting that this year's celebration is overshadowed by struggle rather than the usual festivities: \"Instead of joy, there's a feeling of resilience and determination to stay strong amidst all the challenges.\" 🔧✨
Despite the tensions, the spirit of the community remains unbroken as Tel Avivians come together to honor their traditions and support one another during these trying times. 🕊️❤️
