Rep. Craig Statement on the Hostage Release and Ceasefire Agreement
January 16, 2025
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Angie Craig (D-MN) released the following statement:
“Since Hamas’ brutal attack on Israel on October 7th, 2023, countless innocent civilians, including Americans, have been held captive in Gaza. This agreement will bring many of them home, while putting a stop to the fighting and providing much-needed humanitarian assistance to the innocent Palestinians suffering in Gaza.
“While this just the beginning of a long road to recovery for those impacted by the tragedy on October 7th and the wider war that has followed, it is a critical first step in reuniting families and restoring peace in the region.”
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