The International Jerusalem Winner Marathon will proceed as planned this year despite the Israel-Hamas war, organizers announced this week.
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The event will be held on Friday, March 8, for the 13th time, with the participation of tens of thousands of runners from all corners of the country and around the world.
The Jerusalem Municipality has decided to hold the traditional marathon as planned, as a tribute to the IDF, security forces, and rescue teams, aiming to strengthen social resilience during the ongoing war on the southern and northern fronts.
"The State of Israel is in the middle of a justified struggle like no other," Mayor of Jerusalem Moshe Lion said. "The strength of a society is measured by its ability to continue daily life in the face of challenges, alongside support for its dedicated and heroic soldiers on the front lines. The residents of Jerusalem, the capital of the State of Israel, are excited and proud to contribute, even in a small way, to the collective spirit and the boost of national morale, dedicating the Jerusalem Marathon events to the heroes of Israel. This marks the 13th year that the city invites runners from across the country and the world to run on one of the most beautiful marathon routes globally. We all hope that peace, security, and tranquility will return to our beloved country quickly. Am Yisrael Chai, and we will not stop running."
The marathon is part of an esteemed list of international marathons and is considered one of the most beautiful and challenging in the world. Its uniqueness stems from a route that includes significant and historical landmarks in Jerusalem, alongside breathtaking views, including: the Israel Museum, the Supreme Court, the residence of the President of Israel, the walls of the Old City, the Armenian Quarter, the Tower of David, the Khan Theater, and the Sultan's Pool.
