DES MOINES — U.S. Representative Zach Nunn (IA-03) released the following statement in remembrance of the brutal terror attack on Israel by Hamas one year ago today:
“Today marks one year since Hamas launched a barbaric and unprovoked terror attack on Israel, brutally killing hundreds of innocent people and taking many individuals as hostages, including U.S. citizens. Since then, the conflict has only escalated with Iran launching unprecedented missile strikes against Israel, and Hamas brutally murdering hostages, including an American.
“Let me be clear: The United States must be unwavering in our commitment to support Israel’s right to defend herself. Congress must stand righteously against the Iranian regime of terror. We cannot abandon our strongest ally in the Middle East in her time of need.”
BACKGROUND:
While in Congress and especially since the unprecedented attack on October 7, 2023, Rep. Nunn has been resolute in his unyielding support of Israel by:
- Leading a bipartisan resolution immediately following the attack in 2023 on Israel to declare unwavering support and call for congressional action in response to this barbaric attack.
- Bringing home American citizens as the conflict in the Middle East escalated, assisting in the successful evacuation of Iowans from Gaza.
- Championing the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act to replenish the Iron Dome and assist our strongest ally in the Middle East as they fight Hamas and other militant groups.
- Leading and passing an amendment to prevent Iran from funding acts of terrorism by Hamas, Hezbollah, and their proxies.
- Leading and passing a bipartisan amendment to establish a strategic partnership with Israel to bolster military defense with state-of-the-art U.S. technology.
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