Emotional Reactions and Expert Insights on Israel-Hamas Conflict

White House national security spokesman John Kirby became emotional during an interview with CNN while discussing the attacks by Hamas against Israel. Kirby expressed difficulty in looking at the images of the attacks and the human cost involved. President Biden announced that 11 Americans have been killed in the attacks and pledged to assist Israel in dealing with the aftermath. The State Department is providing consular assistance to Americans in Israel and advising them to follow the guidance of local authorities.