Insights from Jon Finer, Deputy National Security Adviser, on "Face the Nation"

Jon Finer, White House deputy National Security Adviser, discussed the ongoing efforts to evacuate American citizens from Gaza, stating that while over 300 Americans have been successfully evacuated, there are still a number of Americans remaining. He also addressed the negotiations for the release of hostages held by Hamas, acknowledging the difficulty of the process but expressing hope for a significant number of releases. Finer emphasized the need for the Israeli military to distinguish between civilians and fighters in their operations and stated that the US raises concerns about civilian casualties directly with the Israeli government. He also mentioned the importance of the Palestinian Authority's role in preventing further instability in the West Bank and reiterated the US commitment to working towards a two-state solution.