Without warning Saturday, Gaza's militant Hamas rulers attacked Israel by air, land and sea. The White House said that it “unequivocally condemns” the attacks.
by The Associated Press and The National DeskPalestinians celebrate by a destroyed Israeli tank at the Gaza Strip fence east of Khan Younis on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023. firing thousands of rockets as dozens of Hamas fighters infiltrated the heavily fortified border in several locations and catching the country off-guard on a major holiday.
“Terrorism is never justified. Israel has a right to defend itself and its people,” Biden said in a statement that also warned “any other party hostile to Israel” against “seeking advantage in this situation.” Washington's support for “Israel’s security is rock solid and unwavering,” the president said. His Pentagon chief said the U.S. was committed to helping Israel to “protect civilians from indiscriminate violence and terrorism” and with its defense needs.
Watson said Jake Sullivan, the national security adviser, has spoken with his Israeli counterpart, Tzachi Hanegbi. The U.S. and Israel are remaining in close touch, Watson said. Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., called the attacks "monstrous and unacceptable," saying, "We all join in condemning this assault and praying for the lives lost."
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