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Toddler rescued from Hamas/PIJ barbarians (Oct 7.23)

Beginning in the morning of Oct 7, 2023:

The Islamic Republic of Iran's backed "Palestinian" terror organization Hamas 'Gaza regime' in coordination with Islamic Jihad and other terror groups - PFLP, DFLP,

• fires (Oct 7-8) over 5,000 rocket attacks from the Gaza Strip over towns across Israel, including Jerusalem & Tel Aviv / central Israel, (in an attempt to overwhelm the system, many fired at once), many fell on the towns despite the Iron Dome system - wounding several, (a day later on a hospital in Ashkelon) -

• the infiltration of about a 1,000 Hamas terrorists in Israeli towns and villages most via the Erez crossing which had been breached - others through breaching of a fence, roaming on vehicles randomly shooting at people, at babies, at the elderly, going from house to house, massacring hundreds (at times, entire families, such as in Moshav Netiv HaAsara who lost dozens), "snatching children out of their beds," (as was given over on N12 Oct 8, 2023) (2, 3 & 5 years old), toll counted as on Oct 8, fatalities: 800, wounded: over 2400,

• kidnapping Jews, including women and children - entire families, dragging them (some barefooteed) over to Gaza; even the disabled, many to be lynched (Jonathan Concricus, on CNN, Oct 8, 2023 after 9PM) and as trophies - dozens are Americans, torching houses and vehicles some with people inside, parading with dead, wounded, hostages; a massacre such that of youngsters on a nature party near Kibbutz Re'im (260), two youngsters who were there, before being kidnapped: "had WhatsApp conversations, sent their location, made it clear that the terrorists were walking around and lynching anyone they found." (Ynet, Oct 7, 14:09).

A note found (by journalist Gilad Shalmor) near torched vehicles showed Islamic religious text 'inspiring' to the violence. Arabic speaking journalist Ohad Hemo: Hamas that I spoke with, they have no problem with half of Gaza to be wiped out.

Hamas had announced that many hostages are being held in tunnels where they store weapons, missiles. That they have 100 hostages and the Islamic Jihad said that they hold 30 hostages.

Family held by Hamas barbarians Oct 7, 2023

German tattoo artist held by Hamas.."Her body was filmed splayed in the back of a truck, with one leg at an unnatural angle, terrorists sitting around it and supporters of the group cheering, running alongside and spitting on her."

Held by Hamas barbarians. Oct.7.23. "Doron and her two young daughters, Raz and Aviv (4.5 and 2.5 years old), cruelly kidnapped by Hamas. Noa, who was enjoying a party with her partner, also abducted. Ivonne and Antonio, parents of a 6 and a 4-year-old, are still missing."

Images -- of little girls and eldery people held by Hamas, bloodied women, as well as parading of various doubt alive or dead and Palestinians beating them, young German woman was murdered by Hamas while attending a music festival in Israel before the militants desecrated and paraded her body on the back of a truck -- shocked the world. It brought back ISIS style barbarity.

Among the horrific tales, a father who tried to shield his two children with his body was "murdered with an ax in front of his children." "There have been reports of sexual assault and torture." News reporter: "After my family hid in the bush together for hours, one of the terrorists spotted them and started shooting. My family was massacred."

Added seperate hostsage situations inside Southern Israel unfolded on at least two locations: Kibbutz Be'eri, where one group was neutralized, yet the hostage situation went on for many hours - holding dozens till resolved by killing terrorists and successfully in thay case - rescuing the 11 held hostages unharmed, and in Ofakim, in the latter, while 20 terrorists were captured in the police station, 5 Hamas gang/terrorists took over a house and held hostage -- with Kalashnikov and hand grenade -- a couple in their 40s, for 15 hours - till rescued by the IDF's special YAMAM.

"It was a combined ground raid which happened through paragliders, through the sea and through the ground." Hamas' Muhammad Deif called on Israeli Arabs to join in any way, that "this is your chance."

Added to the complexity, the difficulty to reconize a terrorist, as they don't wear uniforms, many wore similar to IDF colors and some even wore IDF uniforms, and who use even their own people as human shields.

The jihadi operation was helped by Iran, over several weeks, and the terrorist were given the green light by the IRGC 5 days prior to the attack.

Pre War

Iranian military clips showed announcements: "Israel will be erased from the face of the earth. Death to Israel!" Adding that if Israel makes a "mistake," Tel Aviv and Haifa will be razed to the ground,

A captured terrorist said (Oct 8) that they were inspired by the (lefty anti-government) demonstrations and were surprised they were not shot at sooner.

Reactions

Ground Zero: Israeli flag in solidarity, by the governor

EU puts up the Israeli flag in solidarity with Israel

Israeli flag in Brandenburg Germany in solidarity with Israel

The West, including the US, the UK, EU and European nations individually, like: Germany, France (with its PM condemning the French left and an anti-Semite tryin to make some moral equivalence), Italy, The Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Poland, Austria, Greece, Sweden, Denmark, the Czech Republic, Latvia, Ireland, Romania, also Australia, India, have sharply condemned Hamas and had defended Israel as well as others like Argentina & Mexico denouncing Hamas. Among the Arab States, the first to denounce Hamas was the UAE. Also noted people like Elon Musk and some celebrities in Hollywood.

On the other hand, Palestinian Authority called to "bolster the Palestinians." Iran and Hezbollah cheered, with the latter adding that this is a message against normalization with Israel. Indeed, days before this war, the normalizarion betwen Israel and Saudi Arabia was very close to being a reality. Al Jazeera's boss - Qatar on the Hamas side, Hamas leaders there celebreated. (Al Jazeera was hacked by pro-Israelis for its terrorist groups links). Mosques in Judea Samaria agitated. In Eastern Jerusalem some Arabs attacked. Gaza "Palestinian" writer & educator Refaat Alareer (who in Sep 26, 2020 tweeted that "Hitler is as peaceful as..." and had demonized 'most Jews'), dared to compare the Palestinian depraved barbarity attack to a brave uprising during WW2.

Islamic looby Group CAIR, put out a statement to renege on Abraham Accord and put maximum pressure on Israel.

Iranian masses organized by the Islamic regime have been celebrating, dancing to music. In Baghdad, Iranian militias linked crowd burned Israeli and US flags.

Domestically in the US: while the most vocal against Hamas barbarism and for Israel's right to defend was coming from the GOP, but also from many Democrats, (Lindsey Graham asked for unity on this, on Fox News, Oct 8, 2023, 9:45 PM), yet, the deafening silence from liberal 'Squad' gang within the Democratic party was noticed, the hypocritical group claiming to care about human lives and human rights. The Squad waited till news of an Israeli attack began and then rushed to call for a case fire. Worst, the announced "Squad's Socialist Party rallies in support of 'Palestine' hours after Hamas terror attacks." It was held a day later - condemned by NY Governor.

A CBC (Canadian Broadcast Corp) employee George Achi instructed reporters to: 1. not to mention Gaza has not been occupied since 2005 2. not refer to Palestinian terrorists as terrorists.

"Alongside the shameful celebrations of the Israelophobic left, there has been a notably muted response to the Hamas invasion in the liberal media. ‘Israel launches airstrikes on Gaza Strip… after Palestinian gunmen infiltrate its territory’, said BBC Breaking News. What nice, neutral language to describe an extremist onslaught against a sovereign nation."

Large demonstration in front of the UN pro Israel (Oct 8, 2023). Jewish communities mobilized. In the NY, near the pro-Israel demonstration, a group of mostly Islamo-Arabs (such as "Palestinias"), joined by 'socialists' - "protested" against Israel with an Arab accent chanting on loudspeaker supposedly about "freedom." (Nevermind that Hamas and other such entities openly seek Israel's destrucion as a whole. And even on its own people: Oppression, torture. Hoarding resources to enrich leadership and push to violence).

The US demanded (Oct 8) that the UN condemn Hamas, but the Security Council took no immediate action. Though several countries did condemn.

Operation

Israel's PM Bibi Netanyahu stated that with the help of God we shall prevail.

Slowly, the IDF began cleansing the dozens of villages held by roaming Hamas shooters.

The IDF urged Arab "Palestinians" in Gaza to evacuate as it tries to minimize non combatants' casualties [even] on its adversary side.

And many followed the order.

It began also by hitting targets specially in Shejaiya, where main orders and supply came from. A military infrastructure was attacked in the house of Farah Hamad, a senior operative in the terrorist organization Hamas, "the military infrastructure in his apartment is located near a mosque and three schools, this target proves once again that the terrorist organization Hamas exploits (their) holy sites and the civilian population in order to promote terrorism."

At the same time, a military infrastructure was attacked in the house of Farah Hamad, a senior operative in the terrorist organization Hamas, the military infrastructure in his apartment is located near a mosque and three schools, this target proves once again that the terrorist organization Hamas exploits holy sites and the civilian population in order to promote terrorism.

Ongoing

An attempted infiltration at Zikim beach was thwarted and the terrorists were eliminated. There were more attempted of infiltrations afterwards on various fronts.

The other terror groups Iranian hands', a Hezbollah gang fired from a tent they put up, and were immediately eliminated. (Oct 8).

An Egyptian police officer / Arab-terrorist murdered two Israeli tourists in Alexandria. (Oct 8).

Sources

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100 ton... Oct 8, 2023. At the same time, a military infrastructure was attacked in the house of Farah Hamad, a senior operative in the terrorist organization Hamas, the military infrastructure in his apartment is located near a mosque and three schools, this target proves once again that the terrorist organization Hamas exploits holy sites and the civilian population in order to promote terrorism. 0404

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Iran Helped Plot Attack on Israel Over Several Weeks The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps gave the final go-ahead last Monday in Beirut. by Summer Said, Benoit Faucon and Stephen Kalin. Oct. 8, 2023 4:40 pm ET

DUBAI—Iranian security officials helped plan Hamas’s Saturday surprise attack on Israel and gave the green light for the assault at a meeting in Beirut last Monday, according to senior members of Hamas and Hezbollah, another Iran-backed militant group. WSJ

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Sudden Attack: More than 700 killed and 2,200 wounded since the start of the fighting Yanir Yagana, Amir Bohbot, Guy Elster, Barak Ravid, Shlomi Heller, Erez Harel, Uri Sela, Tal Shalev, Eli Ashkenazi, Yoav Etiel, Merav Cohen. Last updated: 8.10.2023 / 13:28

Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel that included the firing of thousands of rockets into the south and center, and the infiltration of hundreds of terrorists from the Gaza Strip into settlements in the southern region. More than 700 people were murdered and around 2,000 were injured. Many Israelis were abducted to Gaza. The Palestinians: "Battles are still taking place in Ofakim, Sderot, Yad Mordechai and more" More than 700 have been murdered since the beginning of the war; The President: Time to form a unity government. Oct 8, 2023. Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel yesterday (Saturday) that included the continuous firing of thousands of rockets into the south and center of the country as well as the infiltration of hundreds of Palestinian terrorists from the Gaza Strip into settlements in the southern region. More than 600 people were murdered, and the Ministry of Health informed that about 2,200 wounded are being treated in the hospitals. IDF officials reported that Hamas held several settlements in the Gaza Strip. An IDF spokesman confirmed that there are Israeli hostages who were transferred to Gaza territory, adding: "We will interrogate ourselves later, now we are at war." Walla

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The dimensions of the massacre at the party are revealed: 260 bodies were evacuated "Anyone who took out their head was murdered." The horror testimonies of the survivors Avi Sedrina, Oct 8, 2023. 23:27 N12

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IAN AUSTIN Hamas is no different from ISIS – butchering kids at a music festival & kidnapping toddlers is terrorism, plain & simple Ian Austin Published: Oct 8 2023

KIDNAPPING defenceless toddlers and old ladies, slaughtering families in their homes and kids at a music festival or raining thousands of rockets on civilians is not self-defence, as Hamas and their supporters claim. This is brutal terrorism, plain and simple. The Sun

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Israel at War: What We Know about the Barbaric Hamas Attacks

Philip Klein, Oct 7, 2023

... Some of the images and video emerging of the unfolding series of massacres are too graphic to share. But here are some videos providing an idea of what is going on:

Here is one of cheering and shouts of “Allahu Akbar” as Hamas terrorists unload an Israeli woman hostage:

Jewish Israeli woman reportedly kidnapped by Hamas and taken to Gaza

The world ignored us when we said how sick Palestinian society is with a bloodlust for antisemitic violence.

Now everyone knows the truth.

Devastating day. [pic.twitter.com/q6nvODt5IH] [1] — Emily Schrader – אמילי שריידר امیلی شریدر (@emilykschrader) October 7, 2023

Here is another video of hostages:

Palestinian terrorists captured an Israeli woman and took her hostage. Just hear her screams. [pic.twitter.com/L8obwWxpL9]

— Hananya Naftali (@HananyaNaftali) October 7, 2023

This is a building in the southern Israeli town of Ashkelon hit by rocket fire:

A residential building in Ashkelon city was directly hit by a rocket fired from Gaza.

Tell the world – Israeli civilians are targeted in rocket fire. (#IsraelUnderFire) [pic.twitter.com/AoHdLKkgEd] — Hananya Naftali (@HananyaNaftali) October 7, 2023

Here are Palestinians cheering as Hamas terrorists parade dead Israeli bodies back in Gaza:

⚠️warning. disturbing content.

Hamas terrorists parade the bodies of murdered Israelis through Gaza.

Thousands of Palestinians are celebrating the slaughter of innocents, the elderly, the young, the infirm. [pic.twitter.com/B6ApQayNXE]

— Aviva Klompas (@AvivaKlompas) October 7, 2023. NRO

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"Missing Israelis": Viral Post Shows Pics Of Men And Women Kidnapped By Hamas Oct 8, 2023 Hamas seems to have kidnapped mostly women. It has already been confirmed that Hamas fighters are using rape as a weapon of war. There must be no mercy for these barbarians, they wrote on X, along with images of missing Israelis. NDTV

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Sunday the 23rd of Tishrei 5784. 08.10.23

Hamas terrorist under investigation: We prepared for more than a year. The demonstrations in Israel encouraged us. We were shocked that the IDF was not waiting for us.

From the investigation of a Hamas terrorist captured in Israel "We prepared for more than a year. The demonstrations in Israel encouraged us. It was 5 hours before we were shot at. We were prepared with 1,000 fighters, we made 15 breaches in the fence. We were shocked that the IDF was not waiting for us." Channel 13. Oct 8, 2023 [2] Rotter

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N12, Oct 8, 2023. 8:06 AM Gilad Shalmor: A text I found (near the torched vehicles amd shoes scattered) that expresses the [Islamic] religious mission in the violence.

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N12, Oct 8, 2023. 10:15 PM:

A family (with a large Sukkah seen) was saved as they just didn't open the door to the terrorists who rang in the intercoms. Though they wore clothes something similar local police.

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Ayelet and Nachmias Rabin of the Fund for Victims of Terror N12, Oct 9, 2023. 1:25 AM+ We receive phone calls from Yogis all over the world about how we can help... they say "All people of Israel is bound to each other".

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Jonathan Concricus, with Jake Tapper, CNN, Oct 8, 2023 9:12-9:16PM, Jonathan Cornicus: we urged Gaza residents to leave and to stay as far as possible. Human shields, it's a feature of Hamas. They should have not allowed the Hamas from the beginning . Yes, we do care about civilian life. Israel is held to different standards when it comes to defending itself.

With Jake Tapper, CNN, Oct 8, 2023, 9:23 PM (interviewed with an Israeli resident chocking up on horror sites):

Parading with a body of a 5 years old. Another parade, with a girl half naked body bloodied - Shooting elderly people at a bus stop.

Rep. Gregory Meeks, with Jake Tapper, CNN, Oct 8, 2023, 9:48-54 PM "Evil terrorist Hamas group" ... "Bi partisan and unified letter." In defense of Israel.

Michael Oren, with Jake Tapper, CNN, Oct 8, 2023, 10:10 PM One should never compare tragedies. But in numbers, proportionally like twice that of 911.

N12, Oct 8, 2023, 10:47+ Ohad Hemo Many rush to shelters and to other places.

"The terrorists are knocking on our window, save us": the testimonies of the survivors of the massacre in the Gaza Strip For hours, Nofer Almog and her husband hid in a shelter together with their 3-year-old daughter: "We realized that we had no way to protect ourselves, we brought knives and tried to convey that everything was fine" • Ascher Eldan Cohen published regular updates on her parents' condition, until contact with them was cut off: "Mother She said she wanted us to know she loved us. Many hours passed before we found out she was alive."

Avivit Misnikov, N12 | Published 08/10/23

Long hours passed until they knew they were safe. They hid in hiding places, tried to arm themselves or escape and also offered prayers that they would stay alive. A day after the events in the Gaza Strip, survivors are telling today (Sunday) about the moments of horror, the neighbors who were hurt and the messages they received in the shared WhatsApp groups: "The terrorists are knocking on our window, save us."

"We felt that we were being watched over from above" Nofer Almog, her husband, and her 3-year-old daughter from Netiv Hathara hid in the shelter of their home yesterday from six in the morning until hours after midnight, when they were informed that the seat was safe and they could leave. Around them, 15 of their neighbors to the seat were murdered by Hamas, "We are on the face, we ran away to my mother-in-law in Ashkelon and will spend the night at her place. Now we are checking where to go."

"The moments were really difficult in the shelter, to understand that we are in a prison that cannot be locked and there are terrorists walking around the moshav," Nofer said. My girlfriend heard them going, we specifically felt that we were being watched from above." Mako

The couple held hostage in Ofakim recalls: "They threatened to kill, the bullets went over us" David and Rachel were besieged for hours in their home - together with 5 terrorists armed with weapons and means of warfare • During the negotiations that took place in front of the IMM, Rachel worked to distract the terrorists: "I made them coffee and cookies..." • David also recalled He is in the moments of horror: "They came with the aim of killing. I didn't believe there would be a break-in" • Documentation of the policemen's conversation with the terrorists - and the dramatic rescue. Omri Maniv | The main edition | Published 08/10/23 23:17 Mako

Mother of kidnapped children with Jake Tapper, CNN, Oct 7, 2023, 10:16-10:23 PM ET They took 2 years old they did nothing they were just in their beds...over 80, they took people who were shot... you don't... just how they cruel they are...what I'm going through... I don't know if they're fed if they're tortured ... it's a hard day for others...even war has rules ... you want to fight, fight the army."

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Phillip Smyth @PhillipSmyth: 1. Don't assume *just HAMAS* was involved in the attacks on Southern Israel. A ton of other Iran-controlled subgroups were. Note: HAMAS had a rapprochement with Iran, are back in the orbit, but it's not black and white. Oct 7, 2023 [3]

Phillip Smyth @PhillipSmyth I'm waiting for the, "But Iran only really supports Shia, Palestinians are Sunni!" or the "sectarianism and Syria mean.. Thus, Iran had no role" lines. Someone is bound to say it. Also, they're painfully wrong. Oct 7, 2023. [4]

Phillip Smyth @PhillipSmyth: I'm going on @ErinBurnett on @CNN to discuss the events in Israel and Gaza at 7:30PM EST. Oct 7, 2023 [5]

Phillip Smyth of near East policy, Iran, "has internal problems..." CNN, Oct 7, 2023. (With Erin Burnett).

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Captive Israeli child bullied by Gazans An Israeli child held captive by Hamas is bullied by children in Gaza. Israel National News, Oct 8, 2023 INN

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Israel’s UN envoy: Hamas holding dozens of American citizens in Gaza "We have reports that several Americans were killed,” said U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

(October 8, 2023 / JNS) The Hamas terrorist organization is keeping dozens of Americans hostage in the Gaza Strip, Israeli Ambassador to the United Nations Gilad Erdan said on Sunday.

“We don’t have all the names yet, we’re still working to get all the names of the missing people, civilians and soldiers, but as I said, dozens are Americans,” Erdan stated during an interview with Fox News.

Erdan spoke shortly after U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken told CNN that U.S. officials are working to verify reports of American citizens being killed or abducted by Hamas

“We have reports that several Americans were killed,” Blinken revealed on CNN’s “State of the Union” program.

“We are working overtime to verify that,” the top diplomat said, adding that there are also reports of missing U.S citizens.

Meanwhile, the Prime Minister’s Office in Jerusalem said that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appointed Brig. Gen. (res.) Gal Hirsch to coordinate the government efforts to locate missing persons.

Hamas killed at least 700 Israelis and wounded more than 2,000 since Saturday in a massive offensive launched from the Gaza Strip, including firing thousands of rockets and sending dozens of terrorists to infiltrate the Jewish state.

The terrorist group claims to have taken 163 Israeli captives to Gaza... JNS

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US demands condemnation of Hamas at UN meeting, but Security Council takes no immediate action

By Edith M. Lederer

October 8, 2023

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. Security Council held an emergency meeting behind closed doors Sunday, with the United States demanding all 15 members strongly condemn “these heinous terrorist attacks committed by Hamas,” but they took no immediate action.

U.S. deputy ambassador Robert Wood said afterward that “a good number of countries” did condemn the Hamas attack but not all council members. He told reporters they could probably figure out one of them.

Russia’s U.N. ambassador, Vassily Nebenzia, told The Associated Press the Americans tried to say during the meeting that Russia isn’t condemning the attacks, but “that’s untrue. Newsmax (from AP)

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Ohad Hemo N12, 12:03 PM:

Hamas that I spoke with, they have no problem with half of Gaza being wiped out. They speak of Israel will be eliminated. [They speak of with Islamist-Messianic visions].

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Israel attacked by Hamas live updates: Israeli ambassador to UN calls Hamas attack on Israel ‘our 9/11’, brands terrorists as ‘animals’ By Post Staff Updated Oct. 7, 2023 ...Terrifying scenes have begun to emerge from the conflict, with one video – which has been verified by CNN – showing a woman being shoved into the backseat of a Jeep by Hamas militants with her hands zip-tied and arms bleeding. NYPost

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Haaretz's Michael Hauser Tov, (on N12 TV, Oct 8, 2023 at 1:44-7 AM), had to inject his politics (propagating for Yair Golan) while looking at his cell. This, even after a lefty Yoaz Hendel (interviewed) asked to refrain from politics - despite being critical of policies of Netanyahu.

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Testimonies of the survivors of the nature party: "We pretended to be dead, friends were missing" "As soon as a red alarm sounded, a rush of cars started trying to leave the party, but the terrorists surrounded us, shot everywhere, a grenade was thrown" Channel 7, 22 in Tishri 5784. 7.10.23 ... The terrorists arrived at the scene and actually surrounded the people who wanted to escape. "We saw people running for their lives. We hid like partisans under the trees. Every time someone raised their heads, we heard bursts of automatic rifle fire. Everyone present felt the impact of the bullets and explosions. It's not an easy emotional burden. And they took care of everything for us."

Sa'ar Rahamim, another witness, said: "I don't think it was a fake. It was planned. At about 5:30 in the morning, they started firing at us. As soon as a red alarm sounded, a rush of cars started trying to leave the party, but the terrorists surrounded us. They threw a grenade People were shocked, terrorists shot everywhere, policemen fell. It was a massacre. We hid in the forest for several hours. My friends are still missing. I don't know how to deal with what I saw. INN

The nassacre ar the party at Re'im: The terrorists shot at the young men who tried to escape Mako

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News from Israel and the world, military and security "Murdered with an ax in front of his children": the horrifying testimonies from the settlements around Gaza While Israel is trying to recover from the murderous surprise attack that began a day ago, dozens of testimonies are being published. One of the testimonies is that of the children's mother who hid in the MMD. "He tried to protect my two children who were with him in the MMD and was murdered with his body" Maariv Online, 08/10/2023 [Tags: Terror / Operation Swords] Maariv

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Israeli reporter: 'They massacred my family, two little children were witnesses" Yuval Segev, Galei Zahal’s political reporter, learned that his uncle and aunt were murdered together in front of their children.

Israel National News, Oct 8, 2023, 7:20 PM (GMT+3). [Kibbutz Be'eri] ... Today, Segev updated with the sad news: "After my family hid in the bush together for hours, one of the terrorists spotted them and started shooting. My family was massacred." INN

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N12, Oct 8, 2023:

Regarding the party near Kibbutz Re'im, Laura Malu (interviewed) who was rescued after many hours, that God aswerd the prayers...

She recalls that the attack was via missiles

Yaniv from Kibbutz Be'eri, terrorists attacked a family home with thugs through the window. The terrorists shot and chased after them. I locked the house and so we were two families waiting for the army.

In Nahal Oz 13 hours after the start of the war, Jews in the MAMAD school are surrounded and there are shots fired...

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Videos show captives in Gaza and Israel By Joyce Sohyun Lee and Imogen Piper October 7, 2023 at 2:05 p.m. EDT

The Washington Post has independently verified three videos appearing to show captives held in Gaza and surrounding areas in Israel. Both Hamas and the Israeli military have confirmed that Hamas militants are holding Israeli military personnel and civilians captive, but the total number is unknown.

The Post verified videos from three separate locations, spanning several miles — from Shejaiyia in Gaza to Be’eri, a Kibbutz in southern Israel.

Two of the videos alleging to show captured Israeli citizens appear to have been filmed 8 a.m. local time shortly after the attack, which began around 6:30 a.m. Saturday. They show graphic content.

In one video, from Be’eri, first geolocated on the platform X, armed men in military garb are seen dragging at least five people away from a residential area near the border with Gaza. One of the militants films the scene, and his shadow shows he is holding a walkie-talkie. Two of the captured appear older and thinly dressed. All are barefoot, with their hands tied behind them. Grey smoke rises in the background.

Captives in Be'eri

Video posted on Oct. 7 shows at least five captured people being walked through the streets of Be'eri, an Israeli kibbutz near the border with Gaza. (Video: Twitter) In another video, filmed by a local journalist, Palestinian fighters drive around in pickup trucks, parading captured men through a busy downtown market area in Bani Suhella, Gaza. It is unclear whether the men are alive; they lie in the bed of the trucks, shirtless and immobile. Bystanders film, cheer and run alongside the vehicles. When the trucks slow down, young men draw close and beat the bodies.

Captured Israeli soldiers paraded around Gaza

Video shared on Oct. 7 and taken by a local journalist claims to show captured Israeli soldiers being driven through crowds in Bani Suhella, Gaza. (Video: Alkofiya/Amr Tabash via Storyful) Another video first geolocated on X, filmed late morning in Shejaiya, Gaza, shows a woman covered in blood with her hands tied behind her being driven in the back of a vehicle by several armed men. A man with a handgun removes her from the back and forcibly puts her into the back seat. Shouts of “God is great” and nearby gunshots can be heard.

Bloodied woman forced into back of vehicle in Gaza

Video posted on Oct. 7 claims to show Hamas militants with a woman covered in blood with her hands tied behind her back being forced in the back of a Jeep. (Video: Twitter) Washington Post

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Palestinian Hamas terrorists parading the bodies of dead Israelis as crowds cheer.

Palestinian Hamas terrorists parading the bodies of dead Israelis, civilians, children & soldiers around Gaza as tens of thousands of local residents cheer and hit bodies with sticks. Rumble

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The fighting in the south: at least 600 dead and over 2000 wounded Srugim news, 08.10.23 | 14:11 The Ministry of Health has informed that 2,048 wounded are hospitalized, including 20 in critical condition and 330 in serious condition. The number of people killed in the war rose to over 600 people The number of people killed in the war in the south has risen to over 600 people - this is what sources in the security system estimate today (Sunday). This is alongside 2,048 wounded who have been evacuated to the hospitals so far. Srugim

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On N12 Oct 7, 2023 evening ("Yachad Nenatzeah", around after 9PM local time).

Amos Yadlin spoke about shattering Hamas, the complete change of the IDF how it operates thatvhad taken with extra caution like "roof knocking: that the fatalities today it's quivlance of around 10,000 in the 911 proportion, whereby the US took on Al Qaeda.

Israel Hasson suggested an overall operation on every building to announce that all non combatants should be evacuated we are against a dangerous Islamic radical organization.

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Michael Oren: I can tell you the feeling of Istaelis...I can see Hebron from my window... Listening to Mustafa Barghouti speaking about "rights to defend themselves" does that mean killing women and children and taking 90 years old hostage? Abbas, Barghouti are alive because we are keeping them alive. Can you imagine what would have happened if there is a Palestinian, like Hamas controlled Gaza. I just watched a Hamas guy filmed hostage showing a V sign standing over a 90 years old woman held hostage. Is this "defending" itself?

CNN, Michael Oren, interviewed by Amanmpour, Oct 7, 2023 (after 1PM ET)

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Robert Baer:

I would say it's not so much of a failure of Israeli intelligence. Hamas has (gotten off cell ohones) moved into residential homes and basements to have communications and with guerilla carriers. It's a black hole for the Israelis.

CNN, Robert Baer, interviewed by Amanmpour, Oct 7, 2023 (around 1:44 PM ET)

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Husam Zomlot ("Palestinian" Ambassador to the United Kingdom) started off first describing a Hamas military command, attacked, as "civilians."

CNN, Husam Zomlot , interviewed by Amanmpour, Oct 7, 2023 (after 2PM ET)

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IDF evacuating civilians from Gaza border region “We’ll reach each and every community and kill every terrorist in Israel,” said IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari. Oct 8, 2023 JNS

IDF calls on Gaza residents to evacuate residential areas Empty heading Ynet | published: Oct 8, 2023

The IDF calls on the residents of Gaza to evacuate residential areas. The army added that the terrorist organizations are taking advantage of the residential areas. (Ynet) Ynet

Sunday the 23rd in Tishrei 5784. 08.10.23

IDF spokesman in Arabic to the residents of the Gaza Strip: for your safety, you must evacuate your residence immediately | watch

The IDF Spokesman in Arabic, Avichay Adraee, in an unusual message to the residents of the Gaza Strip, especially in the places near the border, in which he prepares them for the ground entry of IDF forces into the Strip, and orders them to evacuate their homes. Translation of his words: "Residents of the Gaza Strip, pay attention! Hamas actions are forcing the IDF to operate where you live. For your safety, you must evacuate your place of residence immediately."

Following his remarks, Adrei detailed the residential points near the border and ordered their residents to move to points that are deeper in the strip. [6] Rotter

The spokesman for the terrorist organization Hamas, Razi Hamed, tells the BBC network: "Iran supported the surprise attack on Israel." Oct 7, 2023 Rotter

Sunday the 23rd in Tishrei 5784. 08.10.23 Major General (Res.) Eliezer Marom: We did not lose a human being, the IDF will not attack innocents, it is a moral and ethical army and will remain so, we will not behave in the same way as the murderers

This is what Major General (Ret.) Eli [Eliezer (Cheney)] Marom, former commander of the Navy, said a short while ago on News 12: "We did not lose our humaneness - 'human character.' The IDF will not attack innocent targets, the IDF will not do this. We will not behave in the same way as these murderers did. We may remove the 'roof knocking,' we will not level villages, such things will not happen, because the IDF is a moral and ethical army and will remain so. Hitting Hamas hard to the point of crushing it, I think it is realistic, the IDF is capable and can do it and it should be done, and we need to see terrorists killed, unlike the last operations where the number of dead was low, we need to see Hamas killed, and in quantities, Because that's how you win a war in the end.

The second thing is the Arabs of Israel, we need to tell them out loud and in a clear way: whoever goes out into the streets now and tries to take advantage of the situation, blood on his head. He thought, we are in an emergency situation, we are in a different situation, not a normal situation." Rotter

The IDF recently completed an attack on ten terrorist targets of the terrorist organization Hamas; The targets were located in high-rise buildings used by the terrorist organization throughout the Gaza Strip.

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IDF shells Lebanon after Hezbollah fires into Israel The Israeli military subsequently carried out a drone strike against Hezbollah "infrastructure." JNS, Oct 8, 2023 JNS

Two Israeli tourists killed in terror attack in Alexandria Their Egyptian tour guide was also shot dead and another Israeli was wounded. JNS, Oct 8, 2023 JNS

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Giora Eiland suggested to call the Hanas regime the Gaza State (to show the dimensions) that the Gaza State attacked Israel, and to do what Golda Meir did, tgat when the situation in Gaza is going to be critical for the Palestinians and the UN will start pressuring, to condition to travel it with releasing Israeli hostages. (N12, 7:40 AM)

Cartoon Words can hurt We have been invaded by what most members of the United Nations recognize as the "State of Palestine." Yaakov Kirschen Credit: Yaakov (DryBones) Kirschen.Credit: Yaakov (DryBones) Kirschen. [7] (October 8, 2023 / JNS) When TV reported the horrifying news of the coordinated land, sea and air invasion of Israel, it was accompanied by quotes from heads of states condemning the “terrorism.” Shame on them. We have been invaded by what most members of the United Nations recognize as the “State of Palestine.” JNS

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Esther was saved from the nature party She says it was the Divine Providence... someone came and watched over us... I'm praying for everyone... it's terrible this thought that the parents don't know what's going on... at first we played it dead... for two and a half hours as the body is tilted... N12 Oct 8, 2023, 9:20-27 AM +

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"Iron Swords" IDF spokesperson:

The IDF recently completed an attack on ten terrorist targets of the terrorist organization Hamas; the targets were located in high-rise buildings used by the terrorist organization throughout the Gaza Strip.

During the night, the IDF attacked ten operational infrastructures used by the terrorist organization Hamas which were used by the organization to direct terrorism in the Gaza Strip against the State of Israel, including an intelligence headquarters of the terrorist organization and a military structure that was used by the terrorist organization's air force.

At the same time, two bank branches used by the organization to finance terrorism were attacked, including the National Islamic Bank used by the organization to finance terrorist activities and the organization's first bank branch, a compound for the production of aerial weapons used by the air force of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorist organization in Gaza City, and a building in which There are offices and a warehouse where the terrorist organization stores weapons and military equipment.

[Attached is documentation of the attack by many terrorist groups in the Gaza Strip during the last day: [8] Rotter

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'Squad' Dems face backlash calling for 'ceasefire' after Israel attacks: 'Can’t merely condemn terrorism' Rep. Rashida Tlaib, at the time of publication, has yet to make a statement By Houston Keene, Fox News. Published October 7, 2023

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The survivors of the nature party: "We encountered an ambush by terrorists - we saw many bodies" Shlomi Heller Last updated: 7.10.2023 Walla

Around a thosand terrorists infiltrated from Gaza into Israeli territory. At least a 100 dead. Hamal, Oct 7, 2023

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Dramatic documentation: the elimination of a squad of Hamas terrorists inside the settlement of Be'eri

The IDF spokesman published dramatic documentation of the elimination of a terrorist squad that managed to penetrate into the territory of the State of Israel and murdered Israelis in the settlement of Bari | Watch (Army and Defense) | Kikar ha Shabbat | Oct 7, 2023 Kikar HaShabbat

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Testimonies of Otef-Aza residents from the surprise attack on Israel: "Babies are being massacred here

Ilya Yagorov, Neta Bar, Yaron Doron

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Israel confirms at least ... dead, dozens captured in Hamas offensive

Dozens of Israeli captives, including numerous women and children, believed to have been taken into the Gaza Strip as fighting continues in several locations along border area

Attila Somfalvi, | published

At 6:29am, the Gaza Strip terrorist group launched an incursion into Israeli territory by land, sea and air as well as some 3,000 rockets within hours.

Armed Palestinians managed to overwhelm several Israeli communities and military bases along the border, which have stayed under their control for hours. Dozens of Israeli civilians were believed to be held captive in Kibbutz Be'eri. Israeli forces poured into the conflict zones and engaged the terrorists. Ynet

Netanyahu: "Hamas kidnaps and murders children, a brutal war has been launched against us" The Prime Minister spoke and referred to Operation Iron Swords, and warned that the campaign is expected to continue for a long time, and also sent a threatening message to the leaders of Hamas: "What happened today did not happen in Israel." Anna Barsky, 07/10/2023

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu spoke this evening (Saturday) and referred to Operation Iron Swords, and warned that the campaign is expected to continue for a long time, and also sent a threatening message to the leaders of Hamas.

[In the heart of Gaza: the IDF demolished buildings that were used for Hamas' terrorist infrastructure | Watch the documentation]

Hamas started a cruel and evil war," Netanyahu said. "We will win this war, but the price is too heavy to bear. This is a very difficult day for all of us. Hamas wants to murder us all. This is an enemy who murders children and mothers in their homes, in their beds. An enemy who kidnaps the elderly, children, girls. Murderers who beat and slaughter our citizens, our children, in total Everyone went out to spend the holiday."

"What happened today will not be seen in Israel - and I will make sure it doesn't happen again," he continued. "The entire government stands behind this decision. The IDF will immediately use all its strength to destroy the capabilities of Hamas. We will beat them to the bone and take revenge with force for this black day they have inflicted on the State of Israel and its citizens. As Bialik said: "The blood revenge of a small child has not yet created the devil".

[Israelis are waiting to donate blood at the Ichilov Hospital. Photo: Dovrat Ichilov] "I say to the residents of Gaza: get out of there now, because we will act everywhere and with all the strength," he clarified. "At this time, IDF forces are clearing the last settlements of terrorists. They go settlement by settlement, house by house and return control to our hands. I send a hug and condolences from the bottom of my heart, to the bereaved families whose loved ones were murdered today in cold blood and with endless cruelty." "We all also pray for the peace of the wounded and all those held hostage. I say to Hamas: You are responsible for their safety. Israel will come to account with anyone who harms a single hair on their head," he threatened at the end of his speech. "I am turning from here to the residents of the south - we all stand by you, we are all proud of you for standing bravely, for fighting. This war will take time. She will be hard. Challenging days are still ahead. But I can guarantee one thing: with the help of God, with the help of the joint forces of all of us, with the help of our faith in the Eternal of Israel [God] - we will win." Maariv

Israel-Palestine latest news: Hamas committed 'cold-blooded murder', says Israeli President.

Hamas has committed “cold-blooded murder of innocent men, women, and children,” Israeli President Isaac Herzog said in an address to the nation after militants launched an unprecedented surprise multi-front attack.

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3:51pm 'Normalisation' will not create stability or security for anyone, Hamas tells The Telegraph 8:17am Israel: 'Hamas has made a big mistake this morning' 8:06am Armed militants reported in a dozen cities 6:41am Israel calls up reservists. 6:29am Hamas launches surprise attack against Israel in biggest offensive in years. [9] Telegraph

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Hamas abducted 11 Thai nationals Five thousand Thais work near the Gaza border. Oct 8, 2023 JNS

IDF strikes Hamas as operation 'Iron Swords' commences By Jerusalem Post Staff October 07, 2023

The IDF was striking the southern region and communities near the Gaza Strip with multiple operational forces it said Saturday afternoon in an operation it is calling "Iron Swords."

"Operational commanders are arriving to manage the combat in all areas," explained IDF Lieutenant Colonel Daniel Hagari. "Concurrently, we have initiated the call-up of reservists for various units within the IDF."

According to the Hagari, some 2,200 rockets were fired from the Gaza Strip into Israeli territory. Simultaneously, there were several infiltrations into Israeli territory in the southern part of the country.

Numerous IDF units, including special units, have been deployed to the Gaza periphery and are engaging in various combat zones to protect the residents of the southern region. Dozens of combat aircraft from the Air Force have recently struck several targets belonging to the Hamas terrorist organization in the Gaza Strip.

The IDF Spokesperson calls on the public to listen to the instructions of the Home Front Command, which save lives. JPost

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Amid Hamas carnage, Abbas calls to ‘bolster steadfastness of the Palestinian people’ October 07, 2023 JNS

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BBC guest compares Hamas onslaught to Warsaw Ghetto Uprising Palestinian writer and educator Refaat Alareer told the news channel that the carnage in southern Israel was “legitimate and moral.” Georgia L. Gilholy.

(October 8, 2023 / JNS) A BBC News guest has compared terrorist attacks on Israeli civilians to a major episode of Jewish resistance against the Nazis.

The comments came during a discussion on the United Kingdom’s national broadcaster of the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, following the incursion of Hamas terrorists into southern Israel on Saturday which has left hundreds of Israeli civilians dead and an unconfirmed number held hostage. There have been reports of sexual assault and torture.

Speaking from Gaza City on Saturday evening, writer and educator Refaat Alareer told the news channel that today’s scenes were “legitimate and moral” and “exactly like the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising.”

Lord Austin, a former Labour MP and independent member of the United Kingdom’s House of Lords responded to the clip via X (formerly Twitter), writing, “Needs to educate himself. Clearly knows nothing about Hamas, their appalling atrocities and even less about the Warsaw Ghetto and the uprising.”

In 2018 Alareer took to social media to accuse “most Jews of being [Alareer:] evil,” and referred to Zionists as “the most despicable filth.” ...

What was The Warsaw Ghetto Uprising?

The Warsaw Ghetto Uprising was a major act of Jewish resistance against the Nazi occupation during World War II. The Warsaw Ghetto, located in the capital of Poland, Warsaw, was established by Nazi forces in 1940 as a segregated and confined area where hundreds of thousands of Jews were forced to live in extremely cramped and inhumane conditions.

In 1943, as the Nazis began the final stages of liquidating the ghetto and deporting its inhabitants to extermination camps, the ghetto’s Jewish inhabitants, primarily from various resistance organizations, initiated armed resistance against the Nazi forces who they were significantly outnumbered and outgunned by.

The face-off lasted over a month before the Nazi forces brutally suppressed the uprising and the ghetto was razed to the ground, but the episode has become a symbol of Jewish resistance and the struggle for human rights and freedom during the Holocaust. JNS

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World Leaders Condemn Hamas Terror Attacks on Israeli Civilians Hamas rocket attacks on Israel October 7, 2023

At 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 7, Hamas, the Iran-backed terror group controlling Gaza, launched an unprovoked and vicious surprise attack on Israel. Using rockets, paragliders, boats, motorcycles and other vehicles, and whatever other means they could, terrorists infiltrated Israel with one goal—to murder and kidnap Israelis.

Over 100 Israelis have been killed and more than 850 are critically wounded. There are multiple reports of hostages being taken. More than 3,000 rockets have been fired at Israeli towns and cities. Israeli families are huddled in bomb shelters.

Since the start of this unprovoked war, AJC has closely monitored the situation, doing all that we can to support Israel at this critical time. We continue to call on leaders across the globe to condemned these heinous terror attacks. Here are some of the the world leaders who have spoken out against this Hamas terror attack:

Austrian President A. Van der Bellen:

I am horrified and strongly condemn Hamas’ ongoing brutal attack on #Israel and the terror and violence it is waging against innocent people. We stand in solidarity with Israel. This must stop now! (vdb)

— A. Van der Bellen (@vanderbellen) October 7, 2023

Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala:

I condemn the terrorist attacks on Israel. My thoughts are with the innocent victims of the violence and I wish our friends in Israel the swiftest possible handling of the situation and the fulfilment of their ambitions to live in peace and security. The Czech Republic has always… — Petr Fiala (@P_Fiala) October 7, 2023

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi:

Deeply shocked by the news of terrorist attacks in Israel. Our thoughts and prayers are with the innocent victims and their families. We stand in solidarity with Israel at this difficult hour. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 7, 2023

French President Emmanuel Macron:

Je condamne fermement les attaques terroristes qui frappent actuellement Israël. J’exprime ma pleine solidarité avec les victimes, leurs familles et leurs proches. — Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) October 7, 2023

German Foreign Minister Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock:

Hamas eskaliert die Gewalt. Ich verurteile die terroristischen Angriffe aus Gaza gegen #Israel aufs Schärfste. Gewalt & Raketen gegen Unschuldige müssen sofort aufhören. Israel hat unsere volle Solidarität & das völkerrechtlich verbriefte Recht, sich gegen Terror zu verteidigen. — Außenministerin Annalena Baerbock (@ABaerbock) October 7, 2023

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis:

I strongly condemn today’s atrocious terrorist attack against Israel, causing a high number of casualties among civilians. We stand by the people of Israel and fully support its right to self- defense. — Prime Minister GR (@PrimeministerGR) October 7, 2023

Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen:

DK FM @larsloekke: “I strongly condemn the attack this morning by Hamas against Israel. We must stand firm together against terrorism. My thoughts are with the victims, their families and all of Israel.” — Denmark MFA 🇩🇰 (@DanishMFA) October 7, 2023

EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell Fontelles:

We follow with anguish the news coming from #Israel. We unequivocally condemn the attacks by Hamas. This horrific violence must stop immediately. Terrorism and violence solve nothing. The EU expresses its solidarity with Israel in these difficult moments. — Josep Borrell Fontelles (@JosepBorrellF) October 7, 2023

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen:

I unequivocally condemn the attack carried out by Hamas terrorists against Israel. It is terrorism in its most despicable form.

Israel has the right to defend itself against such heinous attacks. — Ursula von der Leyen (@vonderleyen) October 7, 2023

The Italian Government:

“The Italian government is closely following the brutal attack taking place in Israel. Condemns in the strongest terms the ongoing terror and violence against innocent civilians. Terror will never prevail. We support Israel's right to defend itself.” [10] — Italy in Israel (@ItalyinIsrael) October 7, 2023

Kosova President Vjosa Osmani:

Appalled by the terror attacks and killings of innocent civilians in Israel. We express our full solidarity with President @Isaac_Herzog, the people, and the State of Israel in these dark hours. Our thoughts are with the families of the victims. — Vjosa Osmani (@VjosaOsmaniPRKS) October 7, 2023

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs:

I strongly condemn terrorist attacks launched by #Hamas against innocent Israeli citizens. #Israel has right to defend itself. #Latvia stands in solidarity with the people of Israel and I offer my deep condolences to the families and friends of the victims #Israel_under_attack — Edgars Rinkēvičs (@edgarsrinkevics) October 7, 2023

Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Simonyte:

I strongly condemn the terror attacks on #Israel this morning, and express my condolences to all those affected by these terrorist acts. Terror will never prevail. Our thoughts are with the people in Israel. — Ingrida Šimonytė (@IngridaSimonyte) October 7, 2023

Moldovan President Maia Sandu:

Appalled by the ongoing assault on Israel. I condemn the massive violence against innocent civilians. My thoughts are with Israel and all those defending against these ruthless attacks, @Isaac_Herzog. — Maia Sandu (@sandumaiamd) October 7, 2023

Polish Foreign Minister Zbigniew Rau:

I condemn in the strongest terms the ongoing attacks by Hamas against Israel. Such indiscriminate violence and ruthless targeting of civilians is unacceptable. Our thoughts and prayers are with all affected by these outrageous acts of aggression. — Zbigniew Rau (@RauZbigniew) October 7, 2023

Romanian Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu:

Terrible news coming from Israel this morning. We stand in full solidarity with Israel and condemn the rocket attacks against Israel. We send our condoleances to the families and ask for these attacks to immediately stop. — Marcel Ciolacu (@CiolacuMarcel) October 7, 2023

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak:

I am shocked by this morning's attacks by Hamas terrorists against Israeli citizens. Israel has an absolute right to defend itself. We're in contact with Israeli authorities, and British nationals in Israel should follow travel advice. — Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak) October 7, 2023

UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly:

Hamas are not “fighters”. Hamas are not “militants”. Hamas are terrorists. There is no other word to describe the brutality of firing rockets or terrorist attacks targeting civilians. — James Cleverly🇬🇧 (@JamesCleverly) October 7, 2023

U.S. President Joe Biden:

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken: We unequivocally condemn the appalling attacks by Hamas terrorists against Israel. We stand in solidarity with the government and people of Israel and extend our condolences for the Israeli lives lost in these attacks. — Secretary Antony Blinken (@SecBlinken) October 7, 2023 AJC

October 07, 2023 Statement from NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson Condemning Terrorist Attacks Against Israel HOME BRIEFING ROOM STATEMENTS AND RELEASES The United States unequivocally condemns the unprovoked attacks by Hamas terrorists against Israeli civilians. There is never any justification for terrorism. We stand firmly with the Government and people of Israel and extend our condolences for the Israeli lives lost in these attacks. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan has spoken to Israeli National Security Advisor Tzachi Hanegbi and we remain in close contact with our Israeli partners. WH

WATCH: Biden pledges US will stand with Israel following Hamas invasion

President Biden says US will help ensure Israel has military support needed to defend itself, after Hamas invasion leaves over 250 dead, 1,500 wounded, dozens kidnapped.

By JNS, World Israel News, Oct 7, 2023

U.S. President Joe Biden delivered just over two minutes worth of remarks about the Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel on Saturday afternoon and did not take questions from the press.

“Today, the people of Israel are under attack,” he began. “Orchestrated by a terrorist organization, Hamas. In this moment of tragedy, I want to say to them and to the world, and to terrorists everywhere: The United States stands with Israel. We will not ever fail to have her back.”

“We will make sure that they have the help that their citizens need and they can continue to defend themselves,” he said. “The world has seen appalling images. Thousands of rockets, in the space of hours, raining down on Israeli cities.”

“I got up this morning and started this at 7:30, 8:00, my calls,” the president added. “Hamas terrorists crossing into Israel. Killing not only Israeli soldiers, but Israeli civilians. In the street. In their homes. Innocent people murdered, wounded. Entire families taken hostage by Hamas.”

Read 'Shame on you, Biden' - Miss Iraq blasts US funding of Palestinian Authority He noted that all occurred “just days” after Israel the High Holidays. “It’s unconscionable,” he said. “You know, when I spoke to Prime Minister [Benjamin] Netanyahu this morning, I told him the United States stand with the people of Israel in the face of these terrorist assaults.”

“Israel has the right to defend itself and its people. Full stop. There’s never a justification for terrorist attacks,” Biden added. “My administration’s support for Israeli security is rock solid and unwavering.”

“Let me say this as clearly as I can,” the president added, pointing at the cameras. “This is not a moment for any party hostile to Israel to exploit these attacks to seek advantage. The world is watching.”

Biden said he has also been in contact with King Abdullah II of Jordan and with members of the U.S. Congress.

He said that he has directed his team to be in touch with Israeli counterparts and to be in “constant contact” with leaders in the region, including Egypt, Turkey, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, European partners and the Palestinian Authority.

“This is also a tragedy on a human level,” the president said. “It’s hurting innocent people. Seeing the lives that have been broken by this, the families torn apart, it’s heart-breaking.” He added that he and his wife, Jill Biden, are praying for those impacted and their families and for swift recovery of those injured. He also said he will personally be in “close contact” with Netanyahu.

Read First-ever official Israeli delegation arrives in Saudi Arabia The president also released a statement earlier in the day about the “horrific and ongoing attacks in Israel,” which the United States “unequivocally condemns.” He added that “Terrorism is never justified. Israel has a right to defend itself and its people. The United States warns against any other party hostile to Israel seeking advantage in this situation. My Administration’s support for Israel’s security is rock solid and unwavering.” worldisraelnews

Western leaders stand by Israel amid Hamas attack Messages from the US and European nations echo support and condemnation following the unexpected attack initiated by Hamas October 07, 2023 Itamar Eichner, News Agencies | Ynet

West decries 'brutal' Hamas attack on Israel Condemnations by Western leaders keep pouring in as Israel faces a surprise attack by the terror organization. By David Baron Published on 10-07-2023

Leaders around the world the world condemned the surprise attack by Hamas on Israel Saturday morning.

"Sickened by the images coming out of southern Israel of dead and wounded civilians at the hands of terrorists from Gaza. The United States stands with Israel," acting US Ambassador in Jerusalem Stephanie Hallett said. ""I condemn the indiscriminate rocket fire by Hamas terrorists against Israeli civilians. I am in contact with Israeli officials, and fully support Israel's right to defend itself from such terrorist acts."

"I unequivocally condemn the attack carried out by Hamas terrorists against Israel," President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen tweeted. "It is terrorism in its most despicable form. Israel has the right to defend itself against such heinous attacks."

Similarly, President of France Emmanuel Macron said he "strongly condemn[ed] the terrorist attacks which are currently hitting Israel. I express my full solidarity with the victims, and their families and those close to them."

Foreign Minister of Britain James Cleverly tweeted, "The UK unequivocally condemns the horrific attacks by Hamas on Israeli civilians. The UK will always support Israel's right to defend itself."

Germany too decried the attacks, with its foreign minister, Annalena Baerbock, saying, "I strongly condemn the terrorist attacks against Israel from Gaza. Violence and rockets against innocent civilians must stop now. We stand in full solidarity with Israel and its right under international law to defend itself against terror."

Prime Minister of Hungary Viktor Orbán tweeted, "We strongly condemn the brutal attack against Israel, and unequivocally support Israel's right to self-defense. I would like to express my sympathy and condolences to Prime Minister Netanyahu. Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Israel in these dark hours."

Foreign Minister of Italy Antonio Tajani said his government was "closely following the brutal attack taking place in Israel" and condemned "in the strongest terms the ongoing terror and violence against innocent civilians." ILH

Global leaders unite in solidarity with Israel following Hamas attack Reacting to the distressing developments in Israel, leaders from around the world were quick to condemn the attacks and offer their solidarity with the nation. CnbcTV18

'Terrorism in its most despicable form': World leaders unite to condemn unprecedented attack on Israel by Hamas By Associated Press - Australian politicians are joining a growing group of world leaders condemning the deadly Hamas attack and voicing solidarity with Israel.

Foreign Minister, Senator Penny Wong, led the government's response with a short statement on social media on Saturday evening.

"Australia unequivocally condemns the attacks on Israel by Hamas including indiscriminate rocket fire on cities and civilians," she began on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. [11]. 9News.au

A bridge in Australia is illuminated tonight in blue and white: "Solidarity with Israel Oct 8, 2023 [12] Hamal

Al Arabiya English World leaders condemn Hamas for 'brutal' attacks on Israel Al Arabiya

Wall Street Journal European Leaders Condemn Hamas Attack on Israel

By James Hookway October 07, 2023. European leaders condemned Hamas’s attack Saturday, with France, Germany and the U.K. declaring they would stand alongside Israel. French President Emmanuel Macron wrote on X, formerly Twitter: “I strongly condemn the current terrorist attacks against Israel. I express my full solidarity with the victims, their families and loved ones.” German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said the Palestinian militants’ attacks from Gaza “shock us deeply,” adding that “Germany condemns these attacks by Hamas and stands beside Israel.” WSJ

High Representative of EU condemns attack on Israel By Jerusalem Post Staff October 07, 2023 "We follow with anguish the news coming from Israel", said the High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs Josep Borrell in a statement on Twitter.

"We unequivocally condemn the attacks by Hamas. This horrific violence must stop immediately. Terrorism and violence solve nothing. The EU expresses its solidarity with Israel in these difficult moments." JPost

POLITICO EU condemns Hamas attack on Israel as 'terrorism in its most despicable form.' October 07, 2023 Politico

Israeli flag hoisted outside EU Parliament in Belgium | AFP Oct 8, 2023 The Israeli flag is hoisted on the pediment of the European Parliament in Brussels, after the Palestinian militant group Hamas launched a surprise attack against Israel. youtube

Britain 'unequivocally' condemns Hamas attack on Israel By Reuters October 07, 2023. Britain "unequivocally condemns" a surprise attack by Palestinian Islamist group Hamas on Israel on Saturday, Foreign Secretary James Cleverly said.

"The UK unequivocally condemns the horrific attacks by Hamas on Israeli civilians. The UK will always support Israel’s right to defend itself," Cleverly said in a post on social media. JPost

Condemned the French left Prime Minister of France: "Can only imagine the mental agony of the citizens of Israel" The Prime Minister of France expressed her solidarity with the people of Israel and attacked the extreme left in France that ignores the massacre that took place in Israel | "We are all struck with terror and anxiety when we see the pictures from Israel," she said at a panel for journalists in France (in the world) | Shabbat Square October 8, 2023 French Prime Minister Elizabeth Bourne was interviewed today (Sunday) by the French media outlet BFMTV and expressed solidarity and concern for the people of Israel.

"We are all horrified when we see these images. Rockets falling on residential buildings, victims in the street, Hamas commandos taking hostages, this is of course horror, horror, and we imagine the anxiety of the populations who see these rockets coming, who see these soldiers coming ", she said.

"I want to come back again and express my solidarity with the Israeli people, in the face of the terrorist attacks. Of course, France condemns them with all force. Israel has the right to security," she emphasized.

She then said that "we have seen horrifying images of hostages, of human beings, humiliated, dragged, and we can only condemn and condemn again these terrorist attacks and guarantee our support for Israel, we must guarantee the security of the State of Israel."

At the same time, the leader of the far-left anti-Semitic Jean-Luc Melanchon wrote a post in which he notes that the violence seen last night in Israel only proves that "violence begets violence", and later wrote that "Israelis and Palestinians should live in peace side by side", said the anti-Semitic.

The French Prime Minister was outraged by these things. "It is shocking. In the current situation, it is impossible to make a comparison between Israel and Hamas, which I mention is a terrorist organization, and is recognized as such by the European Union. On the other hand, we have a democratic country that is the victim of a terrorist attack, which is defending itself. So yes, these things are shocking and out of place ", said the Prime Minister.

The journalists on the panel asked the Prime Minister if she thought the extreme left party was anti-Semitic. The Prime Minister said that this is an anti-Zionist leftist party and sometimes the statements in the name of the leftist party LFI are anti-Semitic under the guise of anti-Zionism.

It should be noted that officials in the French Parliament even called for the abolition of parliamentary immunity for left-wing officials in order to prosecute them for supporting terrorism. Kikar HaShabbat

Shropshire Star Irish deputy premier condemns Hamas attack on Israel. October 07, 2023 Shropshire Star

First News - Poland Polish foreign ministry condemns Hamas attacks on Israel October 07, 2023 TheFirstNews

Jerusalem Post Germany 'strongly' condemns Hamas attacks on Israel October 07, 2023 JPost

Belgium condemns rocket attacks against Israeli civilians By Jerusalem Post Staff. Published: October 7, 2023 JPost

Sweden says there are 'no excuses' for the violence against Israel By JERUSALEM POST STAFF October 07, 2023. "There are no excuses for the violent attacks by terrorist group Hamas on Israel. They must stop immediately," said Tobias Billström, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Sweden, in a Twitter statement.

"My full solidarity and thoughts with the people around Gaza, where terrorists have intruded. The Swedish Goverment condemns these ruthless attacks on civilians by air and land and stand together against terrorism." JPost

Spain Says 'Shocked By Indiscriminate Violence' Of Attacks On Israel

AFP - Agence France Presse October 7, 2023 Spain expressed shock over the “indiscriminate violence” saying, “We strongly condemn the extremely serious terrorist attacks from Gaza against Israel. We are shocked by this indiscriminate violence.” Barrons

World leaders condemn Hamas violence, call for attacks to stop By Jerusalem Post Staff, Reuters. October 07, 2023 JPost

Barron's Czech Republic Slams Hamas For 'Terrorist Attacks' On Israel Barrons

Radio Prague Czechia condemns Hamas attacks on Israel Radio.cz

Latvia condemns Hamas attack on Israel By JERUSALEM POST STAFF October 07, 2023 "Latvia strongly condemns the recent attacks by Hamas on Israel, leading to civilian casualties. Such attacks are regrettable and fuel escalation in a highly flammable situation," stated the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Latvia on Twitter. JPost

Foreign Ministry condemns attack on Israel Greek embassy condemns attack on Israel

Newsroom 07.10.2023

The Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the rocket attacks against Israel, saying it stands with the country. “Greece strongly condemns today’s launch of heavy rocket attacks from Gaza against Israel. Greece stands with Israel and is deeply concerned by this unacceptable escalation of violence,” the ministry wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter. Ekathimerini

NDTV World Leaders React To Hamas Attack October 07, 2023

"We Stand With Israel," Says PM Modi. World Leaders React To Hamas Attack "I am shocked by this morning's attacks by Hamas terrorists against Israeli citizens," Britain's Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said.

NDTV News Desk (with inputs from AFP) Updated: October 07, 2023 5:07 pm IST 'We Stand With Israel,' Says PM Modi. World Leaders React To Hamas Attack Hamas fired thousands of rockets into Israel this morning

New Delhi: World leaders have called for end to hostilities and safe passage for civilians amid the "war" between Israel and Hamas, which started after the Palestine militant group launched thousands of rockets into Israel this morning. Reports say Hamas militants have taken several Israelis hostage.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted on X, "Deeply shocked by the news of terrorist attacks in Israel. Our thoughts and prayers are with the innocent victims and their families. We stand in solidarity with Israel at this difficult hour."

"I am shocked by this morning's attacks by Hamas terrorists against Israeli citizens. Israel has an absolute right to defend itself. We're in contact with Israeli authorities, and British nationals in Israel should follow travel advice," Britain's Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said.

"I strongly condemn the current terrorist attacks against Israel. I express my full solidarity with the victims, their families and loved ones," French President Emmanuel Macron said.

"Horrifying news reaches us today from Israel. The rocket fire from Gaza and the escalating violence shock us deeply. Germany condemns these Hamas attacks and stands by Israel," Germany's Chancellor Olaf Scholz said.

"Just spoke with Prime Minister Netanyahu about the unprecedented attack by Hamas on Israel. I told him that the Netherlands unequivocally condemns this terrorist violence and fully supports Israel's right to defend itself," The Netherlands' Prime Minister Mark Rutte said.

A senior adviser to Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei expressed support for the surprise attack Hamas launched against Israel on Saturday, calling it a "proud operation". "We support the proud operation of Al-Aqsa Flood," Rahim Safavi said at a Tehran meeting held in of support Palestinian children. "We support this operation, and we are sure that the resistance front also supports this issue."

Egypt warned of "grave consequences" from an escalation in tensions between Israel and the Palestinians, in a statement from the foreign ministry carried by the state news agency. It called for "exercising maximum restraint and avoiding exposing civilians to further danger".

"We call for restraint from all parties," Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said at a congress for his ruling AK Party in Ankara. "They must refrain from aggressive acts," he said.

Russia is in contact with Israel, the Palestinians and Arab countries in connection with the escalation of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the Interfax news agency reported, citing Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov. "It goes without saying that we always call for restraint," he said.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel was at "war" with Hamas. "We are at war, not in an operation or in rounds, but at war," the Israeli leader said in a statement, adding Hamas had launched a "murderous surprise attack" on Israel and its people.

"I have ordered an extensive mobilisation of reserves and that we return fire of a magnitude that the enemy has not known. The enemy will pay an unprecedented price," he said.

Israel's army said it was fighting Gaza militants who entered Israel by land, sea and air using paragliders.

It was a combined ground raid which happened through paragliders, through the sea and through the ground, Israel army spokesman Richard Hecht told reporters. "Right now we're fighting. We're fighting in certain locations around the Gaza Strip... our forces are now fighting on the ground" in Israel, he added.

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"We Stand With Israel," Says PM Modi. World Leaders React To Hamas Attack Video: After Rocket Attack, Hamas Militants Enter Israel Towns, Shoot At People. NDTV

Buenos Aires Herald buenosairesherald.com Argentina condemns Hamas ‘terrorist attack’ against Israel. Oct 7, 2023 Buenos Aires Herald

Mexico Condemns Attacks on Israel, Urges Peace Talks and Safety Measures for Citizens Abroad

By Rizwan Shah, Oct 8, 2023 BNN

"Severe escalation": The United Arab Emirates strongly condemns the Hamas attack The United Arab Emirates this evening issued a strong condemnation of the combined terrorist attack by the Hamas organization on Israel: "Horrified by the reports according to which Israeli citizens were kidnapped as hostages from their homes"

Now 14, 23 Tishrei 5784 - 10.08.23. [13] Now14

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Elon Musk says ‘sorry to see what’s happening in Israel’ after surprise attacks by Hamas Musk posted on X after the attacks on Israel by Hamas on Saturday, "I hope there can be peace one day." BY Steve Mollmam October 07, 2023 Fortune

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Amy Schumer mobilizes in favor of Israel: "Hamas does not want an end to the occupation, it wants to eliminate Israel" After many Israeli stars mobilized for advocacy in the world, Jewish Hollywood stars also stand up for Israel and embark on an advocacy campaign in order to mobilize global public opinion. "Over 200 Israelis were murdered this morning. It's terrible, these murders are celebrated in Iran," wrote Guy Oseary, Madonna's Israeli manager, whose post was shared by comedian and actress Amy Schumer. "They are financed by Iran, which is trying to destroy the peace agreements" mako celebs staff | Mako | Published 08/10/23 00:51 | Updated 08/10/23

Alongside Gal Gadot, who posted a support post for Israel on her Instagram account and wrote that she stands by the country, the American actress and comedian of Jewish origin, Amy Schumer, has been sharing in recent hours the videos of the abduction of Israeli citizens to Gaza with the addition of the words of Guy Oseary, Madonna's Israeli manager who wrote: "Over 200 Israelis were murdered this morning. These murders are celebrated in Iran. The girl in this video was at a music festival when she and others were shot and kidnapped. Many women, children and the elderly are taken from their homes and kidnapped. I have always prayed for peace. I have always spoken for my Jewish community, and I have also spoken for my Arab brothers and sisters . I have no words today. Only heartbreak. Only tears."

In addition to the words of Oseary shared by Shumer, she wrote: "The Jewish people are the only group that is not allowed to defend themselves. This has nothing to do with the occupation. Hamas does not want an end to the occupation, they want to eliminate Israel, they are financed by Iran, which is trying to destroy the peace agreement added Schumer.

Kris Jenner, the momager of the Kardashian-Jenner family, shared in her story a Stand With Us post that says: "Now and always we stand by Israel." Model Sofia Richie, daughter of singer Lionel Richie, also shared the same post. As you may remember, Richie underwent a conversion procedure a few months ago, and married her Jewish partner, Elliot Greene.

Oscar-winning actress Jamie Lee Curtis didn't think twice either - and posted a photo of the Israeli flag on her Instagram account. The American star of Jewish origin, who has received countless hateful comments since the post was uploaded, also shared the video of the Israeli abductees by Hamas forces.

Jessica Seinfeld, the wife of the Jewish-American comedian Jerry Seinfeld, also uploaded a photo of the Israeli flag with the caption: "I stand by Israel" - and wrote: "Sending love to my sisters and brothers around the world. Thank you to those who asked if there was anything possible to do, we need you to stand by the Jews."

In addition to Gadot, there were other international Israeli actors who decided to break their silence and assist in Israeli propaganda regarding the war. The actress and star of "Fauda" Inbar Lavi, who lives in Los Angeles, writes: "Praying and thinking about the families of the victims of these heinous crimes committed against my people and our country. My heart is broken into pieces. Pray for Israel."

The Israeli actor Tomer Capone, who happens to be in Israel these days while he has been living in the US for the past few years, also published a sharp and firm explanatory video about the situation. "I am in Israel right now and my country is under attack. Imagine waking up at 6:30 to an alarm, but it's not an alarm clock alarm, it's an alarm that sounds like the end of the world is coming. 4000 rockets fly over your head and try to kill your country basically, then a group of brutal killers called 'Hamas' infiltrates the villages and starts shooting at everything that moves - children, women, old people, everything, civilians who have done nothing to them. They kill them, take hostages and hold them, humiliate them," says Capone and sent reinforcements to the security forces.

Although not from Hollywood, the Argentinian "Rebelde" star [Felipe Colombook], who since then has never hidden his great love for Israel and recently came to visit the country, uploaded a story to his Instagram account and wrote in Hebrew: "How terrible! How terrible! I am very sorry. My best thoughts and wishes . Absolute sadness." Mako

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Hamas attacks on Israel 'funded' by Biden: GOP 2024 candidates New York Post, Oct 7, 2023 NY Post

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Iran International

Iran-Backed Hamas Unleashes Large Attack On Israel

Author: Iran International Newsroom Middle East - Persian Gulf October 07, 2023.

Iranian-backed Palestinian Hamas launched a coordinated and large attack on Israel on Saturday, with gunmen crossing from Gaza and a heavy barrage of rockets.

News reports said the attack presents the largest clash since 2021 when Israel and Hamas fought a ten-day battle. Israeli media reports and videos show bands of armed Hamas fighters engaging in gunbattles with Israeli forces on the streets in towns in Southern Israel.

Hamas military commander Mohammad Deif announced the start of the operation in a broadcast on Hamas media, calling on Palestinians everywhere to fight.

"This is the day of the greatest battle to end the last occupation on earth," he said, adding that 5,000 rockets had been launched. Israeli media reported gunbattles between bands of Palestinian fighters and security forces in towns in southern Israel.

Adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader, Rahim Safavi, commended the operation dubbed Operation Al Aqsa Storm , saying , "We support the commendable operation of Al-Aqsa Storm... We will stand alongside the Palestinian freedom fighters until the liberation of Palestine and Al-Quds."

Tasnim news agency in Iran, affiliated with the Revolutionary Guard, splashed a headline claiming Israeli soldiers and police were taken prisoner by Palestinians. It also claimed that many Israelis were killed and wounded. So far, initial reports say that at least 22 Israelis have died and more than 500 injured.

Palestinian media also reported that a number of Israelis had been taken captive by fighters and Hamas media circulated video footage apparently showing a destroyed Israeli tank. The Israeli military was aware of reports of captives, a security source said, but provided no further details. It said its forces were operating inside Gaza but gave no details.

Iran International reported in early September that some Israeli security experts believed a full-fledged conflict was possible within weeks. In the meantime, there have reports in recent months of the Lebanese Hezbollah massing forces near the Israeli border and threatening to join any Israeli military confrontation with Palestinians. The Israeli defense minister Yoav Gallant threatened in August that if the Iran-backed group engages in conflict, Israeli will bomb Lebanon back “to the stone age.”

Hezbollah issued a statement saying they were closely following the situation in Gaza and are in "direct contact with the leadership of the Palestinian resistance". The statement added that it was a "decisive response to Israel's continued occupation and a message to those seeking normalization with Israel."

The Islamic Republic of Iran, which for decades has called for the destruction of Israel, intensified its rhetoric earlier this year, with officials repeatedly calling on Palestinians and other “resistance forces” to increase their attacks within Israel proper. Iranian officials began openly taking credit for support they provide to militant groups, such as the Lebanese Hezbollah that act as Tehran’s proxies in the region.

In August, after Israeli attacks on the Palestinian Islamic Jihad militant group, the Revolutionary Guard issued a statement calling for the liberation of al-Quds (Jerusalem) and the removal of “the cancerous tumor, Israel” from the world map.

The Palestinian attack comes as talks are taking place to normalize relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia. Iran has strongly condemned any move by Arab countries to establish diplomatic relations with Israel, which can further isolate the Iranian regime in the region.

On October 3, Iran’s ruler Ali Khamenei repeated his fierce opposition, saying countries that seek to normalize relations with Israel are taking a big risk. "The position of the Islamic Republic is that countries that make the gamble of normalization with Israel will lose. They are betting on a losing horse.”

Jason Brodksy, policy director of United Against A Nuclear Iran, highlighted the meetings last month between Hamas, PIJ and the PFLP factions, in Tehran, attended by the groups' leaders, which he says "provide some clues as to [the] organization of this assault on Israel today."

Many Iranian on social media began expressing solidarity with Israel. Well-Known dissident Masih Alinejad spoke out in support of the nation, condemning the attacks and putting the blame firmly in the hands of the Iranian regime. In a long statement on X, she wrote, "We Iranians know very well who is behind this assault. Just a few weeks ago, the Hamas leadership visited Ali Khamenei the supreme leader of Islamic Republic in Tehran where Khamenei made direct threats of destruction against Israel, stating that 'Israel is dying'." She called once more on Western nations to designate the IRGC which orchestrates Iran's regionally destabilizing activity, including its proxies which surround Israel in Lebanon, Syria and Palestine. Iran Intl.

Hezbollah: Israel attack message against normalization A terrorist armed with a knife shot by Israeli forces at the entrance to the settlement of Beit Aryeh. Riots by Palestinians reported across the West Bank. By Reuters and ILH Staff Published on 10-07-2023 ILH

Leaders Of Iran-Backed Militias In Iraq Vow Support To Palestinian Factions In Hamas Attack, Threaten To Respond To Any Israeli Or American Attack Against Them Oct 7, 2023 MEMRI __

Hamas leaders are celebrating in Qatar, an ally of the US. Oct 8, 2023. Rotter

Qatar holds Israel 'alone responsible' for escalation of violence with Palestine FP Staff Last Updated:October 07, 2023 18:29 FirstPost

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ANALYSIS Israel-Palestinian Conflict

Iran’s fingerprints seen behind Hamas’s murderous rampage

"Both Hamas and Tehran want to spoil the Saudi-Israeli normalization process."

Yaakov Lappin, October 7, 2023 / JNS JNS

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MEMRI's Early Warning About Today's Attack In Israel October 7, 2023 ... MEMRI translated and published two clips from Iranian TV. One was from an Iranian TV broadcast of a military parade showcasing Iran's massive UAV and missile arsenal, as the announcer stated: "Israel will be erased from the face of the earth. Death to Israel!" He added that if Israel makes a "mistake," Tel Aviv and Haifa will be razed to the ground... MEMRI

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The Squad's Socialist Party Rallies in Support of 'Palestine' Hours After Hamas Terror Attacks Dem members silent on 'All Out for Palestine' demonstration as Israel faces worst assault in its history

..The attacks on Israel have shocked both the Jewish state and the international community. Videos show Hamas terrorists gunning down women and parading victims' bodies through the street...

Joseph Simonson October 7, 2023 Free Beacon

New York governor condemns pro-Palestinian rally Gov. Kathy Hochul called the rally “abhorrent and morally repugnant” in a statement. By Kelly Garrity, Oct 8, 2023 Politico

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Largest US Muslim group: ‘Maximum pressure’ on Israel, renege on Abraham Accords The statement from the United States Council of Muslim Organizations came just hours after widespread Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel.

(October 7, 2023 / JNS) Instead of expressing condolences to innocent Jewish victims, the United States Council of Muslim Organizations, which bills itself as the “largest American Muslim civil society umbrella organization,” issued a statement urging Arab countries that had normalized relations with the Jewish state to reconsider. JNS

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StopAntisemitism @StopAntisemites We have just obtained what appears to be a leaked email written by CBC (Canadian Broadcast Corp) employee George Achi instructing reporters to:

1. not to mention Gaza has not been occupied since 2005 2. not refer to Palestinian terrorists as terrorists

If true, this employee, must be fired. [14] StopAntisemitism

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Brendan O’Neill: 'The shameful gloating at Israel'. 7 October 2023, 8:46pm.

Leftists love to fantasise about how heroic they’d have been when Jews were being rounded up in the 1930s. ‘I’d have said something’, they insist. Well, Jews are being rounded up again. They’re being kidnapped, humiliated, paraded through the streets, slaughtered. And leftists are definitely saying something. They’re saying: ‘Good’.

These are war crimes. They are acts of genocidal bigotry carried out by a movement whose founding charter committed it to an existential ‘struggle against the Jews’. If you ‘celebrate’ this, you are truly lost.

The radical gloating over Israel’s suffering today is beyond the pale. It’s a new low for a left that was already in the moral gutter. Across social media you will see radicals cheering Hamas’s invasion of Israel. That nasty Jewish State had it coming – that’s the implication of their rank apologism for this radical Islamist assault on a democratic nation.

Consider Rivkah Brown, who works for Novara Media. She is calling today a ‘day of celebration’. It’s wonderful to see ‘Hamas fighters cross into their colonisers’ territory’, she says. To us softies who think the massacre of Israeli-Jewish civilians is a bad thing, Ms Brown says: ‘The struggle for freedom is rarely bloodless.’

Struggle for freedom? Israeli women and children are being kidnapped. [15]. The elderly are being kidnapped. At least 150 Israelis have been killed. There are video clips seeming to show the ritual humiliation of dead Israeli soldiers. These are war crimes. They are acts of genocidal bigotry carried out by a movement whose founding charter committed it to an existential ‘struggle against the Jews’. If you ‘celebrate’ this, you are truly lost.

Ms Brown is not alone. Many others are chirping the praises of the ‘Palestinian resistance’. From the comfort of their Dalston flats and Home Counties houses, the middle-class left raises a collective fist as elderly Israeli women are taken hostage and a dead young woman, half naked, is paraded before a cheering mob in Gaza. It’s sickening.

Let’s remind ourselves what is being ‘celebrated’ here. Hamas is a virulently anti-Semitic movement. It started out, in the late 1980s with the express intention of killing Jews. As recently as 2021, one of its senior officials was telling Palestinians to ‘cut off the heads of Jews’ [16]. Is there anything more ridiculous than plummy, pink-haired, trans-friendly lefties in the West siding with the boorish, bigoted, Islamist patriarchs of Hamas? These people wouldn’t last five seconds in Gaza.

Alongside the shameful celebrations of the Israelophobic left, there has been a notably muted response to the Hamas invasion in the liberal media. ‘Israel launches airstrikes on Gaza Strip… after Palestinian gunmen infiltrate its territory’, said BBC Breaking News. What nice, neutral language to describe an extremist onslaught against a sovereign nation.

To get a real sense of what happened today – the kidnappings, the killings, the criminal humiliation of civilians – you need to look to the internet rather than the mainstream media. The opinion-forming set’s longstanding agitation with the uppity State of Israel has led to a situation where they can’t even bring themselves to give a full, clear account of the atrocities visited on it today by an army of hardcore religionists.

The Western world has been found seriously wanting today. Unforgiving extremists, as hostile to us as they are to Israel, attacked men, women and children for the ‘crime’ of being Jews in Israel, and too many over here either looked the other way or said: ‘Well, what did Israel expect…? Those women and kids being abducted in trucks? They were asking for it.’ The Spectator

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On the Fascism of Hamas Jul 1, 2010 —  The Atlantic

The evil ideology that fuels Hamas: The term 'Islamic fascism' is completely apt Jun 28, 2010 NY Daily News

Why They Fight: Hamas’ Too-Little-Known Fascist Charter Aug 1, 2014 —  The American Interest

The Roots of Palestinian Fascism and the Myth of Israeli Aggression ASMEA

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