'Thank you for not being silent': 'Fauda' actor sends message to Israel supporters

Israeli actress Rona-Lee Shimon, known for playing 'Nurit' in the popular web series 'Fauda', on Friday thanked everyone around the world who has shown support to her country amid the war with Hamas terrorist group. She thanked people for being "vocal" with their support and messages. "This is the best thing you can do for us," Shimon said in a video on social media.

"October 7th will go down in history books as one of the most horrific massacres ever done in the history of the world. Thank you for not being silent," the actress said.

Hamas terrorist group launched a surprise attack against Israel on October 7, which included launching over 5,000 rocket strikes from Gaza and gunning down civilians at a music festival and several other regions in the southern part of the country. In retaliation, Israel launched 'Operation Iron Swords' and the bloody fight between the two forces has so far killed around 2,800 people.

Earlier, Israeli actor Idan Amedi, known for his role as 'Sagi Tzur' in 'Fauda,' joined the Israeli Defence Force. He informed about his decision in a video message. Days before, another 'Fauda' producer and actor Lior Raz took to the front lines, joining the volunteer group 'Brothers in Arms'.