U.S. leaders vow support for Israel after deadly Hamas attacks: "There is never any justification for terrorism"

Political leaders in the U.S. are vowing to support Israel after a surprise early-morning attack by Hamas militants. 

The attack has killed at least 70 people in Israel so far, and hundreds more are reportedly injured. The multi-front attack began with rocket fire, and then expanded as Hamas members invaded Israel from Gaza. In a televised address, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that the country is "at war" and swore the militants "will pay an unprecedented price." The Associated Press reported that nearly 200 people have died in Palestine, with hundreds of injuries reported, in Israel's response. 

President Joe Biden called Netanyahu Saturday morning. The Israeli president said Mr. Biden "emphasized that the U.S. stands alongside Israel" and "fully supports" the country's right to self-defense. Netanyahu characterized Biden's support as "unreserved."