It is with profound sorrow and anger that We Believe in Israel acknowledges the brutal murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan, a devoted father, husband, and spiritual leader, taken from his family and community in an act of unmitigated barbarism. At just 28 years old, Rabbi Kogan represented the best of humanity—dedicating his life to faith, family, and the service of others. His senseless killing is not only a personal tragedy but an assault on the very values that underpin civilised society.

This was not merely a crime; it was a calculated act of terror designed to spread fear and erode the sanctity of life. It serves as a grim reminder of the unrelenting threat faced by the Jewish people, not only in Israel but around the world. It is a reminder, too, of the moral bankruptcy of those who remain silent or equivocal in the face of such atrocities.

The international community must stop tiptoeing around the scourge of terrorism. It is long past time for clear and unequivocal condemnation of those who perpetrate, enable, and celebrate such acts. To do anything less is to betray not only the victims of terror but the principles of justice and decency upon which any functioning society relies.

Our thoughts are with Rabbi Kogan’s grieving family, his wife, his young child, and the community he served with such dedication. His death is a loss not only to them but to all who value life, peace, and humanity.

Rabbi Kogan’s memory must not simply be a source of sorrow but a rallying cry for action. His life embodied the values we must defend; his murder underscores the urgency of doing so. We Believe in Israel will continue to stand against the forces of hatred and barbarism, committed to ensuring that the world does not avert its gaze or soften its resolve.

May Rabbi Zvi Kogan’s memory be a blessing, and may his legacy inspire us all to confront evil with unwavering determination.