Pro-Hamas Chants Heard at Funeral for Slain IDF Commander
Disturbing chants, including "October 7th will return" and "October 7th is a holiday," were reportedly heard from individuals described as "uninvolved" at the funeral of Colonel Alim Abdallah, the commander of the IDF's Gaza Division's northern brigade, who was killed in combat in Rafah on Tuesday. The funeral took place on Wednesday.
The incident occurred in the Druze village of Maghar in northern Israel, where Abdallah was laid to rest. Videos circulating online appear to show individuals shouting the provocative slogans amidst the mourners. The IDF has stated that it is aware of the incident and is investigating.
Colonel Abdallah, 40, was a resident of Maghar and a decorated officer who had served in the military for 22 years. He leaves behind a wife and three children. His death brings the number of Israeli soldiers killed since the start of the war on October 7th to 664.