France says 24 French citizens died in Hamas attacks, 7 missing

France's death toll from the Hamas assault on Israel has climbed to 24, with seven other French citizens still listed as missing, including several thought to be held hostage in Gaza.

French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne delivered the latest toll in a briefing to senators Wednesday.

The family of 24-year-old French-Israeli citizen Karin Journo is among those who have recently learned of a loved one's death. Her sister, Meitav Journo, said the funeral was held Tuesday. (AP)