October 7 Hamas Attack on Israel
Black Saturday
Major global impact
Global Event
Concluded
Global Event
Concluded
Impact
9.5/10
Affiliations
Hamas
Global Event Details
Location
Southern Israel / Gaza
Casualties
1,200+ killed, 250 hostages
Start Date
October 7, 2023
Summary
On October 7, 2023, Hamas launched a coordinated surprise attack on southern Israel from Gaza. Over 1,200 Israeli civilians and soldiers were killed — the deadliest day for Jews since the Holocaust. Around 250 people were taken hostage into Gaza. The attack triggered a major Israeli military response in Gaza.
Timeline
Oct 7, 2023 6:30am
Hamas launches 3,000+ rockets and breaches Israel border fence.
Oct 7, 2023
1,200+ killed, 250 taken hostage.
Oct 8, 2023
Israel declares war on Hamas.
2024
Ongoing conflict in Gaza — 40,000+ Palestinian casualties reported.
Evidence & Sources
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Created
4/6/2026
Last Update
7/15/2026