US President Joe Biden said in a statement on the subject, "As we continue to reckon with the horror of this weekend's terrorist attack on Israel and the hundreds of civilians killed, we realise the enormity of this tragedy. Sadly, we now know that at least 11 American citizens were among those killed."
"THE SAFETY OF AMERICAN CITIZENS IS MY TOP PRIORITY"
Biden emphasised that the safety of US citizens at home and abroad is among his priorities and said, "While we are still working to confirm, we believe that American citizens may be among those taken hostage by Hamas." Noting that he has also directed his team to work with Israeli authorities on the hostage crisis, Biden pointed to commercial flight and land route options for American citizens who want to leave Israel. Biden also warned these people to take into account the guidance of local authorities.
