{"id":2061322,"date":"2023-10-09T21:32:02","date_gmt":"2023-10-10T01:32:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/biden-says-at-least-11-americans-killed-in-hamas-attack-on-israel\/"},"modified":"2023-10-09T21:34:59","modified_gmt":"2023-10-10T01:34:59","slug":"biden-says-at-least-11-americans-killed-in-hamas-attack-on-israel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/biden-says-at-least-11-americans-killed-in-hamas-attack-on-israel\/","title":{"rendered":"Biden: Over 11 Americans Dead in Hamas Attack on Israel"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">20<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fbiden-says-at-least-11-americans-killed-in-hamas-attack-on-israel%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2061322&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>At least 11 U.S. citizens killed in Hamas attack on Israel, \u200bPresident \u200dBiden confirms<\/h2>\n<p>In a tragic turn of\u200b events, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailywire.com\/topic\/hamas\">Hamas<\/a> launched a devastating attack on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailywire.com\/topic\/israel\">Israel<\/a> from Gaza over the weekend, resulting in the deaths of at least 11 American citizens, according\u2063 to President <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailywire.com\/topic\/joe-biden\">Joe Biden<\/a>. The President made this announcement on Monday, expressing his\u2063 deep sorrow and concern\u2062 for the victims and their families.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cSadly, we now know that at least 11 American citizens were among those killed \u2014 many of whom made a second home in Israel,\u201d Biden said in \u2063a\u2063 statement.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>The White House <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whitehouse.gov\/briefing-room\/statements-releases\/2023\/10\/09\/statement-from-president-joe-biden-on-american-citizens-impacted-in-israel\/\">released<\/a> an\u200c updated estimate in the afternoon, revising the number of American\u200c casualties after \u2062the State Department initially reported nine deaths out of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timesofisrael.com\/liveblog_entry\/over-900-reported-killed-in-israel-since-start-of-hamas-attacks\/\">more than 900<\/a> fatalities.\u200c The\u200c situation remains fluid, with ongoing efforts to account for all the victims.<\/p>\n<h3>Uncovering the horrors<\/h3>\n<p>President Biden emphasized the need to confront the shocking reality of the\u2062 terrorist assault on Israel and the hundreds of innocent\u200d civilians who lost their lives.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cWe are still grappling with the horrors\u2062 of the appalling \u200bterrorist assault against Israel this weekend, as well as the hundreds of innocent civilians who were murdered,\u201d Biden stated.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>While the President did not disclose the names of the\u2064 American victims, Senator\u200b Josh Hawley (R-MO) revealed that at least one of those \u2064killed hailed from his state.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cLearning now that a Missouri native, a musician, wife &#038; mother, was among those killed \u2062by Hamas terrorists in Israel, along with\u2063 her husband,\u201d <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/HawleyMO\/status\/1711491433390051781\">he said<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>The conflict between Israel and Hamas has escalated, with Israel declaring war on the terrorist organization and\u2063 launching strikes on targets in the Gaza Strip. The situation has further intensified as Lebanon\u2019s Hezbollah reportedly\u200b joins the fray, engaging in exchanges of fire with Israel.<\/p>\n<h3>Israel&#8217;s\u2063 determination to prevail<\/h3>\n<p>Israeli\u200b President Benjamin Netanyahu made it clear that while Israel did not seek this\u200b war, they would not back down\u200b in the face of aggression.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cWe didn\u2019t want this war,\u201d <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/netanyahu\/status\/1711465610507341996\">said<\/a> Netanyahu. \u201cIt was forced\u200b upon us in the most brutal and savage way. But though Israel didn\u2019t start this war, Israel will finish it.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Netanyahu expressed gratitude to\u200c leaders worldwide for their support, specifically acknowledging President Biden, the Congress,\u2063 and the \u2063people of the United States.<\/p>\n<p>The conflict has resulted in a devastating\u200c loss \u200cof life, with over 1,500 reported deaths\u2062 and thousands \u200cmore wounded in Israel and Gaza. Additionally, there are\u2064 concerns that dozens of individuals\u200c have been taken hostage by Hamas, who have \u200cthreatened to execute \u2062them in response to\u2064 Israeli airstrikes.<\/p>\n<h3>Americans held captive<\/h3>\n<p>President\u2062 Biden acknowledged that American\u2062 citizens\u2064 remain unaccounted for and may be among the hostages held by Hamas. He\u200c assured the public \u200cthat his administration is actively\u2064 working with Israeli officials to gather more information and take necessary actions.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cI have directed my team to work with their Israeli counterparts on every aspect of the hostage crisis, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/biden-says-natos-support-for-ukraine-will-not-falter-as-summit-ends\/\" title=\"Biden assures NATO's unwavering backing for Ukraine after Summit.\">including sharing intelligence<\/a>\u2063 and \u2063deploying experts from across the United States government to consult \u200bwith and advise Israeli counterparts on hostage recovery efforts,\u201d Biden stated.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>The State Department is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/virginia-naacp-leader-killed-in-gang-shootout-during-caribbean-vacation\/\" title=\"Virginia NAACP Leader Killed In Gang Shootout During Caribbean Vacation\">providing consular assistance<\/a> and security alerts to \u200cAmerican citizens \u2063currently\u200b in Israel. Commercial flights and ground options are still \u2064available for those who wish to leave, and individuals are\u2063 advised\u200d to \u2064follow the guidance of local authorities and take sensible precautions.<\/p>\n<h3>Standing together against terrorism<\/h3>\n<p>President Biden acknowledged the pain felt by American families \u2062affected by the attack, as well as the\u2064 historical suffering endured by the Jewish\u2063 people due to antisemitism and persecution. He highlighted the increased\u200c security measures\u2063 around Jewish centers in cities across the country and the vigilance of federal officials in monitoring domestic threats.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cFor those who desire to leave, commercial \u200cflights and ground options are still available. Please also take sensible precautions in the days ahead and follow the guidance \u2062of \u200dlocal authorities,\u201d he \u200badded.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>In conclusion, President Biden \u2062called on the\u200c American people to stand united with\u200b Israel, emphasizing their unwavering commitment to opposing terrorism in all its forms. He reaffirmed the strong partnership between the United States and the State of Israel.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What is the international community&#8217;s response to the escalating violence and loss \u2062of lives in the conflict?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Gone missing or are unaccounted for amidst the chaos. The \u200dinternational community\u200d has expressed deep concern over the escalating violence and calls for an immediate halt to the hostilities.<\/p>\n<h3>International response<\/h3>\n<p>World leaders have condemned the Hamas attack on Israel \u200band expressed their condolences for the \u200bAmerican citizens who lost their lives. President Biden reiterated the United States&#8217; unwavering support for Israel&#8217;s right to defend itself against \u2064terrorist attacks and called for a de-escalation of the conflict.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cThe United States stands with our ally Israel and\u2064 fully supports its right to self-defense against these indiscriminate attacks. We \u200dalso call for an \u200bimmediate cessation of the violence and \u200da return to\u200b calm,\u201d Biden stated.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Secretary of\u2064 State Antony Blinken has \u2062been engaged in diplomatic efforts to \u200cbroker a ceasefire, holding discussions with key regional players to find a path towards de-escalation and peace. The United Nations has also been actively\u200c involved in\u200c trying to facilitate negotiations between Israel\u2064 and \u2062Hamas.<\/p>\n<h3>The impact on Israeli citizens<\/h3>\n<p>The people of Israel have \u200dexperienced immense grief and trauma as they endure a barrage of rocket attacks and bombings. Innocent civilians, including women and children, have been caught in the crossfire, losing their lives or suffering \u200dsevere injuries.<\/p>\n<p>The Israeli government has mobilized its emergency response\u2064 services to provide medical assistance, shelter, and support to affected individuals and communities.\u2064 Efforts are underway to evacuate those in immediate danger and\u200d provide aid to displaced families.<\/p>\n<h3>The long \u200broad to peace<\/h3>\n<p>The recent surge in violence between \u200cIsrael and Hamas has further complicated the already challenging \u200cpeace process in \u200cthe region.\u2063 Years of political and territorial disputes have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/biden-says-at-least-11-americans-killed-in-hamas-attack-on-israel\/\" title=\"Biden: Over 11 Americans Dead in Hamas Attack on Israel\">created deep-seated divisions<\/a> and animosity between the Israeli and Palestinian populations.<\/p>\n<p>A lasting resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict will require a commitment from all parties involved to engage in meaningful dialogue and make difficult compromises. The international community has a crucial role to play in supporting and facilitating this \u200bprocess.<\/p>\n<p>As the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/death-toll-rises-in-condo-collapse-number-of-missing-persons-grows-to-159\/\" title=\"Death Toll Rises In Condo Collapse; Number Of Missing Persons Grows To 159\">death toll rises<\/a> \u2062and \u2064the humanitarian crisis worsens, urgent action is needed to prevent further bloodshed\u2062 and ensure the safety and well-being of all civilians \u200cin\u2062 the region. It is a time for \u200cleaders to come together and pursue \u2063a path of diplomacy, understanding, and\u2063 empathy.<\/p>\n<h3>Honoring the victims<\/h3>\n<p>As the world mourns the loss of the American citizens\u2064 and all those who have perished in this\u200d senseless \u200bviolence, it is important to remember and \u2062honor their lives. These individuals had dreams,\u2062 hopes, and \u2064families who are now faced\u200b with unimaginable pain \u200cand grief.<\/p>\n<p>The international community must not lose sight of the human cost of this conflict and must redouble its efforts to\u2064 find a peaceful resolution. The tragic deaths \u200bof these American citizens serve as\u2062 a stark reminder of\u2063 the urgent need for peace, understanding, and solidarity in\u2064 the\u2062 face of hatred and \u200dviolence.<\/p>\n<p>In the words of\u2062 President Biden,\u2064 &#8220;We must all work toward accomplishing the goal of a \u200blasting peace in \u200bthe \u200cMiddle East that affords dignity and security to everyone \u2062involved.&#8221;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At least 11 U.S. citizens were slain by Hamas during their attack on Israel from Gaza. President Joe Biden confirmed this, adding that additional Americans might be held captive. The White House revised the count later in the day, as the State Department initially reported nine American casualties out of the larger group.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1588,"featured_media":2061323,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[541],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2061322","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-the-daily-wire"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2061322","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1588"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2061322"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2061322\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2061323"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2061322"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2061322"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2061322"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}