Three years later, Israel stops to remember the 1,200 lives lost on Oct. 7. President Isaac Herzog and First Lady Michal Herzog lit a memorial candle at exactly 6:29 a.m., the moment the Hamas-led attack began three years ago. Across southern Israel, families gather at communities, bomb shelters and the Nova music festival site to honor those killed. The attack also saw 251 people taken hostage into Gaza. This year's anniversary marks a significant first: all of the hostages are now home. ▻