I wanted to send out a personal message about the incident that occurred on October 7th at 6:30 AM in Israel. A terrorist attack by the terrorist organization Hamas resulted in the loss of over 1,400 Israeli and foreign national lives, including hundreds of innocent babies and children.
Reports have distressingly highlighted instances of these children being subjected to brutal violence in the presence of their own families, with some being kidnapped and raped, while others were murdered, burned alive, or beheaded, as their parents tragically witnessed these acts before meeting their own fateful end.
This incident marks the most violent, brutal, and largest single-event loss of Jewish lives since World War II.
As a Jew, I personally see way too many parallels to pre-WWII and this scares me. I felt that I had to share my thoughts, as so many are remaining silent. This message is not about addressing the history of the region; it is about recognizing the unfounded terror perpetrated by Hamas.
We extend our deepest condolences to those affected, both within Israel and the global Jewish community. The sheer brutality and scale of this incident have been felt internationally, with many countries, (including the United States), expressing condemnation and showing solidarity with Israel.
In the ongoing conflict, we acknowledge there will be the unfortunate loss of life, encompassing both Israeli citizens and non-radical Palestinians. In the face of growing media coverage, it is essential for us, especially as entrepreneurial leaders, to critically assess information, distinguish between factual reports and misinformation, and remain united as a community.
For those with familial, cultural, or religious ties to Israel, we stand with you and understand the pain you may be experiencing. Our community's resilience will be paramount in the coming days and weeks, and we encourage everyone to seek out authentic sources of information, extend compassion, and hope for a resolution leading to peace for all.
If you are not Jewish but have friends or acquaintances who are, I encourage you to reach out and see how they’re doing. I know it’s hard, and most people don’t know what to say. However, I am confident that simply letting them know you care can go a long way.
Thank you for reading.
Sincerely,
David Asarnow
Founder
Business Nitrogen
P.S. For those who wish to contribute to relief efforts or show support, here's a list of three great organizations I recommend:
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