Earlier today, Bronx Borough President Gibson joined faith leaders, community members, and elected officials for a vigil in the Bronx for the victims of the horrific terrorist attacks in Israel. Following the vigil, she released the following statement condemning the acts of terror and reiterating the Bronx`s support for the residents impacted by the attacks.
“Yesterday’s terrorist attacks in Israel that have killed hundreds of residents and injured thousands more, including innocent children and seniors, is heartbreaking and outrageous. A cowardly violent attack on innocent people goes against everything that we stand for as a nation.
We condemn these acts of terror and are working closely with the NYPD and our faith leaders to ensure our Jewish residents and families in our borough are safe.
Our hearts also go out to the families impacted by this horrific tragedy and our Bronx residents with loved ones and friends currently in Israel. As a Borough, we pray for peace and stand in solidarity with Israel today and every other day against violent extremism.”