Majority Leader Schumer Statement On Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Agreement

New York, N.Y. – Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today released the following statement on Israel and Hezbollah reaching a ceasefire agreement:

“This is a good deal for Israel and the region that will ensure Israelis can return to their homes in the North and protects Israel’s security against Iranian-backed terrorist group Hezbollah. As this agreement shows when terrorists are beaten back both militarily and through dogged diplomacy the likelihood of peace increases. 

“Hezbollah said they would never give up as long as there was fighting in Gaza, but today’s ceasefire agreement should show Hamas they are as isolated as ever. Now, Hamas must release all the remaining hostages and come to a negotiated ceasefire. Carrying on their failed strategy will lead only to further suffering and senseless bloodshed in Gaza. Hamas must recognize that there’s no future without a strong and secure state of Israel.

“The Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire agreement also provides an enforcement mechanism to help ensure Hezbollah remains weakened and allows displaced Lebanese and Israeli civilians to return to their homes. 

“I applaud the Biden administration for this agreement and for continuing to work to negotiate a ceasefire and the return of all the hostages in Gaza.”

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