Palestinians evacuate wounded after an Israeli airstrike in Rafah refugee camp, southern Gaza Strip, Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has vowed America will support Israel after a terrorist attack on Saturday.“You may be strong enough on your own to defend yourself, but as long as America exists, you will never, ever have to," Blinken told Israel during a news conference in Tel Aviv on Thursday. "We will always be there by your side.
He also shared a video of a donation center in Tel Aviv, showing people collecting supplies and singing in support of Israelis.Israeli Energy Minister Israel Katz said his country will not allow resources like water, electricity or fuel into the Gaza Strip until Hamas releases hostages they kidnapped.