April 4th, 1966

The International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action is dedicated to raising awareness about the impact of landmines and the importance of mine action in conflict-affected areas. Events and activities focus on educating communities about the risks associated with landmines, promoting mine clearance efforts, and providing assistance to those affected by explosive remnants of war. The day underscores the humanitarian efforts to create safer environments, facilitate reconstruction, and support the victims of landmines. It serves as a call to action for governments, organizations, and individuals to contribute to global mine action efforts and work towards a world free from the threat of landmines.

Passover, or Pesach, is a significant Jewish festival commemorating the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, as narrated in the Book of Exodus. Lasting for seven or eight days, depending on tradition, Passover begins with a Seder meal where symbolic foods and rituals are shared. The festival emphasizes themes of freedom, redemption, and renewal. Families and communities come together for prayers, storytelling, and feasting on unleavened bread (matzah). Passover serves as a time for reflection, gratitude, and the transmission of cultural heritage, symbolizing the triumph of hope and resilience over adversity.