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Secretary of State Antony Blinken reiterated the United States’ support for Israel amid the war in Gaza.
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The American death toll rose to 22 and Israeli fatalities surpassed 1,200 Wednesday while desperation swept across Gaza as Tel Aviv’s response to the brutal attack by Hamas left neighborhoods destroyed, homes dark and hospitals low on medical supplies.
“At this time, we can confirm the deaths of at least 22 U.S. citizens,” the State Department said in a statement. “We extend our deepest condolences to the victims and to the families of all those affected.” In addition, 17 Americans remain unaccounted for, the White House said.
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