Yom HaShoah, also known as Holocaust Remembrance Day, is observed annually in Israel and by Jewish communities worldwide. It commemorates the six million Jews who perished during the Holocaust under Nazi persecution from 1941 to 1945. The day is marked by memorial services, educational programs, and moments of silence. On Yom HaShoah, people reflect on the atrocities of the Holocaust and honor the memory of the victims. Ceremonies often include the lighting of candles and the recitation of prayers. The day serves as a reminder of the importance of tolerance and the need to prevent future genocides.