DeSantis calls a 'state of emergency' for Florida. Here's what to …
Oct 13, 2023 · Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for Florida on Thursday related to the surprise attack on Israel by Hamas and ensuing war, declaring in an executive order that Floridians need...
Protests flare in South Florida following weekend attack by Hamas …
Oct 9, 2023 · Hundreds of demonstrators from both sides of the conflict took to the streets in emotional and passionate response to the unprecedented, multi-front attack carried out by Hamas militants on...
South Florida Jewish community expresses joy and concern about ...
Jan 16, 2025 · South Florida’s Jewish community reacted with both joy and concern after learning of a brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Florida leaders and organizations respond to and condemn Hamas …
Oct 7, 2023 · MIAMI — Public figures and groups from both sides of the aisle in Florida have come in support of Israel after at least 600 people died in an unprecedented Hamas attack on Saturday.
DeSantis declares state of emergency in Florida because of Israel-Hamas …
Oct 13, 2023 · Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday declared a state of emergency in response to the war between Israel and Hamas, with his office saying the declaration allows the Florida Division of Emergency...
War in Israel reaches Southwest Florida as some join the fight
Oct 11, 2023 · The sudden attack by Hamas against Israel stunned the Southwest Florida Jewish community. Some have left to join the fight, others wish they could.
UF President Ben Sasse condemns Hamas attacks, ensures student …
Oct 12, 2023 · University of Florida President Ben Sasse has released a lengthy letter to Jewish students and graduates following a vigil held on campus Monday evening that went awry and sent dozens of students...
Hamas calls for worldwide protests prompting increased security ...
Oct 13, 2023 · (WSVN/CNN) — In response to a call by Hamas leaders for a global “Day of Rage” on a holy day for Muslims, South Florida is stepping up security measures despite no specific credible threats. The...
South Floridians react to Israel-Hamas ceasefire - CBS Miami
Jan 16, 2025 · MIAMI - As a ceasefire takes hold in the Israel-Hamas conflict, South Floridians with personal ties to the war are sharing their relief and lingering concerns. For Judith Raanan, a former Hamas...
Moments of unity, stepped-up security as local Jewish ... - WSVN …
Oct 7, 2023 · (WSVN) - Jewish communities across South Florida came together hours after Hamas militants’ deadly surprise attack in Israel, as local officials stepped up security measures out of an abundance...