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Rep. Schneider Statement on Recent Events in Israel and Gaza

Statement

Date: July 8, 2014
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Foreign Affairs

U.S. Congressman Brad Schneider (IL-10) released the following statement in response to the recent developments in Israel and the Gaza.

"Families in Israel are once again hearing incessant alarm sirens and racing to bomb shelters as Hamas launches hundreds of rockets from Gaza targeting Israeli civilians.

"No nation would, nor should accept such attack without firm response. I support Israel's right to defend herself against threats to her citizens and efforts to restore quiet to the region.

A member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Rep. Schneider is a leader in working to strengthen the U.S.-Israel partnership and enacting sanctions against terrorist organizations.


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