At Least Nine U.S. Citizens Confirmed Dead In Israel’s Conflict With Hamas

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken called the Hamas attack a 'massive terrorist attack' and confirmed the U.S. will stand in solidarity with their ally during this time of intense conflict.

On Monday, a national security council spokesperson confirmed that nine U.S. citizens are among those who have died in Israel’s conflict with Hamas.

State Department Spokesperson, Matt Miller said they are in close contact with the government of Israel as they continue to conduct security operations to locate U.S. citizens that remain missing.

Washington, which provides nearly $3 billion in annual military aid to Israel, has ordered the movement of military ships and aircraft closer to the country as a show of support.

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken called the Hamas attack a ‘massive terrorist attack’ and confirmed the U.S. will stand in solidarity with their ally during this time of intense conflict.