Local law enforcement is on alert after a former Hamas leader called for a so-called 'Day of Rage' amidst the conflict. Israel has said it is an attack on its people and Jews.
"People are scared, people are worried," he said."It's been an extremely challenging week," he said.Today, the former leader ofHistorically, experts say calls have manifested in large demonstrations or unrest in the West Bank region.
Ahead of concern for possible violence, several U.S. cities have beefed up security and police presence. InIsrael-Hamas war: Israeli military orders over 1 million people to evacuate as possible ground attack looms The latest Israel-Hamas war has claimed at least 2,800 lives on both sides since Hamas launched an unprecedented surprise attack on Oct. 7.
Local Jewish leaders FOX 10 spoke with said they have not been made aware of any threats locally, but they're acting out of an abundance of caution."We’ve reached out to the Gilbert Police Department," said Rabbi Ash. I’ve spoken to the assistant chief, and they are going to be stepping up patrols in the Jewish sites in town. In addition, we have hired private security to ensure the safety of people.
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