At least nine U.S. citizens are among those killed in the bloody Hamas conflict in Israel over the weekend, according the latest news.
A U.S. National Security Council spokesperson confirmed the deaths of U.S. citizens in a statement to the CNN, saying their identities have not been made public.
It is also noted that citizens from multiple countries are among those believed to be held captive by Hamas.
There’s confirmation that the death of nine U.S. citizens is real. Well-wishers extend their deepest condolences to the victims and to the families of all those affected, wishing those injured a speedy recovery.
Experts continue to monitor the situation closely and remain in touch with their Israeli partners, particularly the local authorities.
Israel is confirmed to have hit 500 targets in Gaza as war with Hamas enters the 3rd day.
More than 800 people were killed in the Hamas rocket attacks, Ron Dermer, Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs, said on Monday when talking to journalist.
Palestine’s Health Ministry confirmed that 560 Palestinians have been killed and another 2,900 have been injured during the attack. That number include 91 children and 61 women who had been killed.
Another information claims that more than 100 people have been taken captive by Hamas. However, on the other hand, Hamas claims to have taken more than 130 hostages. This is attested to by The Times of Israel.
The U.S. Embassy in Israel says U.S. citizens in Israel with missing family members in Gaza can contact the Israel National Police for assistance.
