Where I was on October 7, 2023

 

On October 7, 2023, the world changed for many people. While horrifying acts of violence were taking place in Israel, I was far away, in Moscow. I was living my usual life - going to my Lyceum, solving math problems, attending lessons  and preparing for exams. It was just another busy day in my routine as a student.

At the time, I didn’t fully understand the scale or the horror of what was happening. But in the days that followed, as the news and images reached us, I felt a deep sadness and shock. It’s difficult to grasp how, in one part of the world, people were fighting for their lives, grieving and terrified - while in another part, life continued almost as normal.

That contrast has stayed with me. I keep thinking about the families who lost their loved ones, about the children who woke up to fear instead of safety, and about how fragile peace can be. No one should have to go through what so many experienced that day.

Even though I was far away, my heart aches for the victims and everyone affected. October 7 was not just a date - it was a tragedy that left a scar on humanity. And I believe it’s our responsibility, wherever we are, to remember, to care, and to never become numb to such pain.