Amo Statement on Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Agreement

Washington, DC – TODAY, Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI) issued the following statement on the initial Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement:

“The initial ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas is welcome and hopeful news after two years of war and the unspeakable pain this conflict has wrought. This meaningful step moves the region closer to the lasting peace and security that Israelis and Palestinians deserve. It is long past time to end the violence, see the safe return of the hostages, and surge essential humanitarian aid to stop the suffering of civilians in Gaza.

I await the details of the plan and how the United States will support the global effort to execute it. The process of rebuilding will be difficult, but it is essential that we are undeterred by the size and scale of the task. I urge all parties to work in good faith towards a comprehensive, permanent, and lasting resolution of the conflict, leading to a more encouraging, optimistic future, not driven by fear, for Palestinians and Israelis alike.”

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