Trump Marks 3 Years Since Oct. 7 Massacre, Vows 'Never Forget'

Former U.S. President Donald Trump issued his first official statement marking the third anniversary of the October 7th massacre. In a post on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump described the day as "one of the darkest and most horrific days in the history of Israel," vowing, "We will never forget October 7th. We will never forget the victims."

Trump expressed his shock at the events, stating that "innocent men, women, and children were murdered, kidnapped, and subjected to unimaginable horrors by Hamas terrorists." He affirmed that the U.S. remembers the fallen, honors the survivors and their families, and remembers the hostages who endured what he called "the unbelievable."

He also recalled his efforts to bring hostages home, stating, "I fought tirelessly to bring the hostages home and reunite them with their loved ones, and I did, both the living and the dead." Trump concluded by emphasizing, "We will never forget October 7th. We will never forget the victims. And we will always stand strong against the forces of terror and evil."

Earlier on Wednesday, Trump spoke by phone with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, conveying his well wishes to the Israeli people. "I spoke with Netanyahu and wished him and the people of Israel all the best," Trump said. "It was a terrible day and a terrible tragedy."

Trump also commented on the price paid by those who carried out the October 7th attack, stating, "The other side is paying a very big price for what they did on October 7th, believe me." He added that Iran's "country is being erased."