Biden Condemns Hamas Attack on Israel as ‘Sheer Evil’; Confirms US Hostages and 14 American Deaths
Joe Biden confirms Americans are being held hostage
The recent surprise attack by the Palestinian militant group, Hamas, on Israel has sent shockwaves across the international community. US President Joe Biden, in a strongly-worded address, termed the assault an “act of sheer evil.” The devastating attack resulted in the tragic loss of over 1,000 lives, including at least 14 Americans.
Adding to the gravity of the situation are reports of Americans being held hostage by Hamas, an Iranian-backed Islamist group. Biden’s remarks underscored the severity of the situation, stating, “There are moments in this life, and I mean this literally when pure unadulterated evil is unleashed on this world. The people of Israel lived through one such moment this weekend.”
In retaliation, Israel launched a series of intense airstrikes on the Gaza Strip. These strikes, some of the most aggressive in recent memory, have led to widespread destruction, with entire districts being decimated. Hamas militants, in a chilling move, have warned of executing a captive for each home hit without prior notice.
Biden’s comments followed multiple discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The US President detailed the military assistance the US is providing to support Israel in this conflict. He also highlighted the collaborative efforts the United States is undertaking with global allies to back Israel. The White House, while emphasizing its commitment to Israel’s security, clarified that it does not intend to deploy American military forces on the ground.
Israel, showcasing its military might and preparedness, has mobilized an unprecedented 300,000 of its reservists. The multipronged attack by Hamas has forced both Biden and Netanyahu, despite their differing views on the Middle East, into a wartime alliance.
Addressing the rise of antisemitism in the US, Biden extended his support to American Jews, emphasizing their right to worship peacefully. He highlighted the alarming increase in antisemitic incidents in the US, which reached record levels last month.
Israel’s embassy in Washington provided a grim update, stating that the death toll from the recent Hamas attacks has exceeded 1,000. This number surpasses all modern Islamist attacks on Western nations since the tragic events of September 11, 2001, in the United States.
The international community watches with bated breath as tensions escalate. The situation remains fluid, with diplomatic efforts underway to broker a ceasefire and secure the release of hostages. World leaders have called for restraint and a peaceful resolution, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in these trying times.
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