Gillibrand Statement On Ceasefire And Hostage Release Deal Between Israel And Hamas

Gillibrand Statement On Ceasefire And Hostage Release Deal Between Israel And Hamas

Jan 15, 2025

Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand released the following statement on the ceasefire and hostage release deal reached by Israel and Hamas:

"I am relieved that a ceasefire and hostage release deal has been reached between Israel and Hamas. I am incredibly grateful for the Biden administration's tireless pursuit of such a deal and the collaborative and bipartisan approach the Biden administration brought to these final negotiations. Families in Israel can now begin the painful process of healing and rebuilding what Hamas so brutally took from them on October 7^th, 2023.

The deal is only in its early stages, and Congress, the incoming Trump administration, and our allies and partners must monitor and ensure that the agreement is fulfilled in its entirety. This deal affords Israel and our regional allies a chance at rebuilding Gaza in a way that promotes Israeli security, regional security, and the wellbeing of both Gazans and Israelis.

You have my commitment to work with the incoming Trump administration and my colleagues to ensure every hostage comes home and the promise of this ceasefire is fulfilled. We must not rest until every hostage is released."

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