The Jewish people will prevail over its enemies and overcome the rising tide of antisemitism worldwide, but only through unity, Israeli actress Gal Gadot said on Sunday.
“I feel like there is life before October 7 and life after it. No one thought something so horrific could happen in 2023,” Gadot said during a virtual symposium along with President Isaac Herzog. “But through all the horror, there is something amazing about our people—no revenge, just hope, light and love. We will prevail, but the only way is by being united.”
The 39-year-old actress and model, best known for playing Wonder Woman, has been unabashed in speaking up for her country.
Herzog, who has long pressed for a unity government, concurred.
“We know we are a small nation, but in unity there is strength. We have always overcome when we stand together,” he said.
“This is a time of great trial for Jews everywhere,” Herzog said, speaking of unprecedented antisemitic attacks following the Oct. 7 Hamas massacre, “but out of this crisis, there will be opportunity.”
The discussion was part of an initiative that seeks to unite the Jewish communities across the globe in confronting the rising tide of hatred.
Shirel Dagan-Levy, CEO of the Voice of the People initiative, said, “This is a bold step forward in fostering unity, strengthening security and empowering Jewish leaders. In this time of unprecedented challenge, we are calling on Jewish leaders worldwide to join us in securing our collective future.”
“We must remember that Israel is the insurance policy for Jewish people around the world,” Gadot said.