Israel says at least 100 civilians, soldiers are being held hostage
For the first time since Saturday's surprise attack by Hamas militants, the Israeli government confirmed that a number of people, including civilians, have been taken hostage.
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Israel's Government Press Office said Sunday that at least 100 Israeli citizens and soldiers are being held hostage by Hamas fighters.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in separate interviews on CNN and NBC News that there is a possibility Americans are among those killed or taken hostage and that the U.S. Department of State is investigating.
-ABC News' Joe Simonetti