Giants release statement condemning terrorist attacks on Israel

New York Giants co-owners John Mara and Steve Tisch released a statement on Sunday night condemning Palestinian militant group Hamas for carrying out terrorist attacks on Israel over the weekend.

“The New York Giants stand with the people of Israel and condemn the horrific, senseless terrorist attacks that have claimed innocent lives.

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“Our thoughts are with all the people of Israel.”

On October 7, Hamas launched a large-scale invasion of Israel via land, sea and sky. They stormed civilian communities in addition to unleashing a missile barrage that overwhelmed Israel’s iron dome air defense.

In 48 hours, more than 800 Israelis were killed, more than 2,500 were wounded and more than 100, including women and children, were abducted. Following the counter-offensive, nearly 600 additional Palestinians were killed, 3,000 were injured and 120,000 more were displaced.

At least nine Americans were among those who have been killed.

Israel officially declared war on Hamas following the initial incursion. Firefights remain ongoing and the fate of the many hostages remains uncertain but grim.

Mara and Tisch have long been supporters of the Jewish community and often request the league take those fans into account when making the regular season schedule.