Death toll tops 1,500 as war rages after Hamas' attack on Israel
Israel says it's "taking more time" than expected to fend off an unprecedented attack by Hamas, as it locks down Gaza and more rockets fly from the Palestinian enclave.
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Israel says it's "taking more time" than expected to fend off an unprecedented attack by Hamas, as it locks down Gaza and more rockets fly from the Palestinian enclave.
Defense Secretary Austin said Sunday that he has ordered American military ships to move closer to Israel after Hamas' unprecedented attack.
Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Michael Herzog said he is under the impression that Americans are among those taken hostage by Hamas militants.
Israel's military estimates around 100 Israelis have been taken captive by Hamas. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the country is engaged in a "long, difficult war" following a surprise attack by Hamas over the weekend. Holly Williams has the latest.
Israel's national emergency services agency says at least 1,500 more have been wounded in the Hamas military incursion.
