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Israel's Defence Minister Alerts Military for Oct 7 Anniversary, Warns Gazans of 'Heavy Price'

On October 6, 2026, Israel's defence minister placed the military on high alert ahead of the anniversary of Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack. He warned Gazans that they would face severe consequences if Israeli forces were harmed.

Israel's defence minister announced the heightened military alert on October 6, 2026, in preparation for the anniversary of Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack. The warning was directed at Gazans, with the minister stating they would pay a 'heavy price' if Israeli forces were harmed. The alert followed a pattern of military readiness observed in the weeks leading up to the anniversary, as tensions remained high in the region.

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IndependentStraits TimesOct 6, 04:52 PM
Israel puts military on alert for Oct 7 anniversary, warns Gazans - The Straits Times

Israel puts military on alert for Oct 7 anniversary, warns Gazans  The Straits Times

IndependentAl ArabiyaOct 6, 01:37 PM
Israel puts military on alert for Oct. 7 anniversary, warns Gazans - Al Arabiya English

Israel puts military on alert for Oct. 7 anniversary, warns Gazans  Al Arabiya English

IndependentVanguard (Nigeria)Oct 6, 01:11 PM
Israel puts military on alert for Oct 7 anniversary, warns Gazans

Israel's defence minister on Tuesday said he had put the military on high alert before the anniversary of Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, warning Gazans would pay a "heavy price" if forces were harmed. The post Israel puts military on alert for Oct 7 anniversary, warns Gazans appeared first on Vanguard News.

IndependentArab NewsOct 6, 11:02 AM
Israel puts military on alert for Oct 7 anniversary, warns Gazans - Arab News

Israel puts military on alert for Oct 7 anniversary, warns Gazans  Arab News