Israel has placed its forces on high alert ahead of the third anniversary of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that the people of Gaza would pay a “heavy price” if Israeli troops in the territory were attacked, according to his office.
The warning comes as Hamas marks the annual anniversary of the attack.
Israel warns of response to attacks on troops
Katz’s warning was directed at attacks on Israeli forces in Gaza. His office said the people of Gaza would face a heavy price if Israeli troops were targeted.
High alert ahead of anniversary
Israel’s forces are on high alert ahead of the third anniversary of the October 7, 2023 attack. Hamas is marking the annual anniversary as tensions remain focused on the security of Israeli troops in Gaza.
