The FBI is warning Americans that the coming anniversary of the surprise October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel could inspire “violent attacks” within the U.S.
A public service announcement released by the FBI and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Friday warns of “potential threats in the United States from a variety of actors in response to the one-year anniversary of the HAMAS attacks on Israel.”
The announcement warns that Monday’s anniversary could “be a motivating factor for violent extremists and hate crime perpetrators to engage in violence or threaten public safety,” pointing out that “violent extremist activity” has been observed since the ongoing Israel-Hamas war began.
“Large public gatherings, such as memorials, vigils, or other lawful demonstrations, present attractive targets for violent attacks or for hoax threats by a variety of threat actors, including violent extremists and hate crime perpetrators,” the announcement states.
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