Israeli embassy in the US raises awareness for hostages being held in Gaza during Hanukkah

Israel's embassy in Washington, D.C., is raising awareness for the more than 130 hostages being held by Hamas terrorists in Gaza by lighting menorahs in their honor during Hanukkah.

"Over 130 hostages remain captive in Gaza," the embassy wrote on X, formerly Twitter. "This Hanukkah, we are going to #BeTheLight for those who can’t light a menorah this year."

In the post, pictures of the hostages could be seen on a wall behind multiple menorahs with lit candles.