Gov. Shapiro Orders Commonwealth, U.S. Flags To Fly At Half-Staff To Honor Those Killed In Israel Attacks

By Garrett Behanna, CBS Pittsburgh

October 11, 2023

HARRISBURG, Pa. (KDKA) - Gov. Josh Shapiro on Tuesday ordered the lowering of United States and Commonwealth flags on all Commonwealth facilities, public buildings, and grounds to immediately fly at half-staff from Oct. 10, 2023, through Friday, Oct. 13, 2023, to honor the lives lost after the deadly attacks in Israel by Hamas.

"I condemn the horrific acts of war in Israel by Hamas and their enablers. These attacks on innocent Israeli civilians are abhorrent and warrant world condemnation and outrage," said Governor Josh Shapiro. "Our family has shared many special moments in Israel and our hearts break for those living this horror now. We stand in solidarity against terror and are praying for all people in Israel."

The death toll has surpassed 1,500 as the Hamas militant group fired thousands of rockets toward Israel over the weekend, infiltrating Israel's border in several locations, which prompted war between the two sides.

Click here to read the full story via CBS Pittsburgh

CBS Local Digital Media personalizes the global reach of CBS-owned and operated television and radio stations with a local perspective.