The FBI and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have issued a stark warning regarding an elevated threat level against the U.S. Jewish community. This comes in the wake of recent attacks, including an incident in Boulder, Colorado last weekend and the tragic killing of two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington D.C. last month.

In a joint bulletin released on Thursday, the agencies highlighted the escalating Israel-Hamas conflict as a potential catalyst. They emphasized that this conflict “may motivate other violent extremists and hate crime perpetrators with similar grievances to conduct violence against Jewish and Israeli communities and their supporters.”

The agencies also expressed concern about the potential exploitation of the conflict narrative by foreign terrorist organizations to inspire attacks within the United States. This underscores the seriousness of the situation and the need for heightened awareness.

The FBI and DHS are urging the public to remain vigilant and to promptly report any suspicious activity or threats of violence to law enforcement authorities. This collaborative effort between agencies aims to ensure the safety and security of the Jewish community and all citizens.