At a ceremony held at Yad Vashem, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the ongoing threat of antisemitism and commemorated the Holocaust's impact on Jewish history. The event was opened by Ms. Caplan, who emphasized the importance of remembering Holocaust victims and survivors.

Dani Dayon, Chairman of Yad Vashem, spoke about Eliahu Gutkovski, a Holocaust victim whose words continue to inspire resilience among Jews: “We the Jews are an ancient nation with a rich culture... A nation such as this can only be oppressed for a short time.” Dayon highlighted that Israel’s existence is not a consolation for past suffering but rather a result of perseverance.

Gideon Sa’ar noted the resurgence of antisemitism globally, emphasizing its persistence even 80 years after the Holocaust. He praised Secretary Rubio's acknowledgment of antisemitism's dangers during his Senate confirmation hearing. Sa’ar stated, "The new antisemitism is the persecution of the state of Israel," highlighting challenges Israel faces in defending itself against international criticism.

Secretary Rubio reflected on humanity's potential for both great achievements and profound depravity, citing the Holocaust as evidence. He remarked on modern manifestations of antisemitism: "This ancient poison called antisemitism... has visited us now again in this new century." Rubio stressed that unchecked hatred could lead to tragedies like those commemorated at Yad Vashem.

The speeches underscored shared commitments between Israel and the United States to combat antisemitism and support each other's national security interests.