Americans killed in Hamas attack on Israel, U.S. official confirms

Several United States citizens are among the dead in Hamas’ attack on Israel and ongoing hostilities since yesterday, a National Security Council spokesperson said today.

“We can confirm the deaths of several U.S. citizens,” the spokesperson said in a statement. “We extend our deepest condolences to the victims and to the families of all those affected, and wish those injured a speedy recovery.”

The exact number of dead, and a number for injured Americans, were unavailable.

U.S. citizens in Israel can find travel advice and other advisories via the U.S. State Department. “Individuals should follow the instructions of security and emergency response officials,” the department said in an update today.

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