Moorestown Jewish Org. To Hold Gathering 'In Support Of Peace'

MOORESTOWN, NJ — The Moorestown Jewish Association will host a community gathering "in support of peace."

The Unity Gathering in Support of Peace takes place from 7:15-8:30 p.m. Wednesday at Percheron Park (intersection of Main and High streets in Moorestown).

Community leaders, elected officials, community members and students will gather to express support for "Peace and Unity during this critical time," according to the event flyer. The event will include a candlelight vigil, speeches and charitable donations.

The event comes at a critical juncture during ongoing battles between Israel and Palestinian militant groups. Hamas led a surprise attack Oct. 7 against Israel, killing at least 1,400 Israelis and capturing both Israeli soldiers and civilian hostages.

Israel has since conducted retaliatory strikes in Gaza, which have killed more than 2,700 Palestinians. Around 1 million Palestinians — nearly half of Gaza's population — have been internally displaced, according to the United Nations.