Sen. Tommy Tuberville and more than 30 other senators sent a letter to President Joe Biden requesting he prioritize the rescue of American hostages taken by Hamas.

The letter, bearing the signatures of Democrats and Republicans, noted American fatalities that resulted from the attack.

“Hamas has already killed 30 Americans and likely injured many more,” the senators wrote. “The terrorists responsible for these atrocities hide behind human shields while they threaten to livestream the execution of hostages.”

Also, included was the senator’s demand that the Red Cross be able to care for the hostages.

“Many families are painfully waiting for any update on the health of their loved ones who have been taken hostage,” the letter said. “We urge you to encourage our allies and partners in the region to place pressure on Hamas to allow the International Committee of the Red Cross to have access to the hostages while the United States and Israel work to secure their release.”

The group implored Biden to put his “full attention” on the task of rescuing the hostages.

“Hamas has also reportedly demanded the mass release of prisoners in exchange for freeing its hostages and could use the hostages to push for a ceasefire,” the letter said. “With several U.S. citizens still missing in the aftermath of the terror group’s brutal attack, we urge you to continue putting your full attention on the freeing of American hostages.

“Every day must be treated with a sense of urgency.”

Austen Shipley is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News.