US blames Hamas for not letting American citizens out of Gaza

The United States is blaming militant group Hamas for not letting American citizens and other foreign nationals out of Gaza as Israel intensifies its offensive in the enclave.

National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said on Sunday that Hamas, which is designated as a terrorist organization by the U.S., is preventing civilians from leaving Gaza as Israel continues to escalate its bombardment of the territory but would not give details as to why.

“Just as there is ongoing discussions and negotiations over the hostages. We are facing a similar situation with the American citizens and . . .