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The 2026 March of the Living: Holocaust Survivors Lead 7,000 Participants Against a Surge in Antisemitism
Overview
The 2026 March of the Living, held at Auschwitz-Birkenau with 7,000 participants from over 30 countries, was led by 50 elderly Holocaust survivors who, despite physical challenges, symbolized resilience and passed the torch of memory to younger generations. The event took place amid a global surge in antisemitism fueled by the 2023 Hamas attacks and ongoing Middle East conflict, which also caused emotional strain and attendance barriers for Israeli survivors. This rise in hatred triggered record antisemitic incidents worldwide and prompted the largest international police delegation to join the march, alongside new law enforcement training and policies. The march served as a vital act of education, remembrance, and defiance against intolerance.