National Security Council Spokesman John Kirby teared up on live television when asked about the situation in Israel amid the horrific scenes showing Hamas terrorists abusing innocent civilians.
CNN's Jake Tapper said the "images of children kidnapped, of young women with blood after presumably being raped, it's horrifying." He added, "I have seen a lot of death and destruction in that region, but nothing like this."
Kirby struggled to hold back his tears and said, after saying "sorry" and pausing for a few seconds. "It's very difficult to look at these images, Jake, the human cost. These are human beings, friends, family members, loved ones, cousins, brothers, sisters; yeah, it's difficult and I apologize."
Video: CNN
