NYPD Issues Warning to Law Enforcement Personnel Across the US in Response to Hamas’ Call for ‘Friday of al-Aqsa Flood’

In response to the latest call to action from Hamas, the New York Police Department (NYPD) has issued a warning to law enforcement personnel across the United States. The statement, which was issued in light of Hamas’ call for a “Friday of al-Aqsa flood,” warned that homegrown and domestic violent extremists may mobilize in response to the Israel-Hamas conflict.

The NYPD’s intelligence analyst noted that while there is no reported credible threat, multiple internal law enforcement bulletins and security assessments have been circulated in the last 48 hours. As a result, local and federal law enforcement agencies across the U.S. are increasing their patrols of Jewish houses of worship, Jewish-owned businesses and Israeli diplomatic buildings.

The call to action was issued by former Hamas leader Khaled Mashal, who urged people to join a global day of “anger” in support of the recent Hamas attack on Israel. This attack has left over 1,300 Israelis dead.

Historically, such calls for action or for a “day of rage” have produced large demonstrations and unrest in Gaza and the West Bank. However, there have not been large-scale attacks in the U.S. in response to these calls.

The NYPD’s warning serves as a reminder to law enforcement personnel to remain vigilant in light of the potential for reactionary unrest and exploitative violence beyond the region. It is important to note that while there is no reported credible threat, law enforcement personnel should remain alert and take the necessary precautions.