Hochul directs flags to half-staff in remembrance of lives lost in attacks against Israel

Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday announced that flags on state buildings will be flown at half-staff indefinitely starting Wednesday, Oct. 11, in remembrance of the lives lost as a result of the recent terrorist attacks against the state of Israel.

“New York stands in solidarity with Israel and the Jewish community," Hochul said. “I am proud to serve as governor of the state that is home to the largest Jewish population outside of Israel, and I am committed to doing everything in my power to make sure that this community is supported and protected today and every day."

Hochul’s team said, “In the wake of last week's terrorist attacks in Israel, Gov. Hochul directed the New York State Police to increase patrols and outreach, and reiterated calls for social media companies to strengthen platform moderation in order to prevent the proliferation of hateful content. On Saturday, Gov. Hochul also directed New York state landmarks to be illuminated blue and white in solidarity with the state of Israel.”