Blumenthal Statement on Anticipated Release of American Hostages Under Ceasefire Deal

[WASHINGTON, D.C.] - U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) released the below statement today on the two Americans who may be released under the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, including Sagui Dekel-Chen who has ties to Connecticut:

"I am hopeful that Sagui Dekel-Chen may soon be among the hostages freed in the cease-fire agreement. I spoke today to his father, Jonathan, a Connecticut native, to express my support, and my prayers for his swift release, along with other hostages who have lived through such horror.

"Continuing Biden-Trump teamwork putting maximum pressure on all sides is vital to complete the deal. There is no cause for complacency or victory laps at this critical moment, when the fate of the hostages hangs in the balance.

"Having spoken to so many hostage families over these painful months, I am in awe of their courage and strength-which should inspire and embolden the work to overcome remaining obstacles. There is no resting until all the hostages are released."

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