"Chancellor Scholz Stands with Jews, Lighting Hanukkah Candle in Berlin"

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz called for solidarity with the Jewish community as he lit the first candle on the first day of Hanukkah in Berlin. Scholz emphasized the importance of Jewish citizens' fundamental right to be visible and expressed concern over the rising antisemitic incidents in Germany. The event, attended by top-ranking politicians and relatives of a German-Israeli held hostage by Hamas, aimed to highlight the need to protect Jewish life in Germany. The Hanukkah festival, symbolizing hope and democracy, runs from December 7 to 15.