Rep. Lofgren Urges Israel, Hamas, & All Involved Parties to Continue Pursuing Terms for a Permanent Ceasefire

SAN JOSE, CA – Today, U.S. Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren (CA-18) released the following statement on the Israel-Hamas War:

“As the war in Gaza continues, with horrific loss of life, I urgently call on the parties to negotiate a ceasefire. A massive increase in humanitarian aid for Palestinian civilians in Gaza must also be accomplished with the help of the international community, including Israel.

“I strongly condemn Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s repeated objections to a two-state solution, which flies in the face of our diplomacy-based desires for the region in America and, even, contradicts the will of the Israeli people.

“The current course in the region cannot continue. First, there must be a permanent, negotiated ceasefire. Next, negotiations must move toward a long-term, two-state solution that provides both security and recognition between Israel and Palestine. Anything less is unacceptable.”

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