U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Lindsey Graham: Hamas Cannot Retain Control of Gaza

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) introduced a bipartisan resolution to affirm that Hamas cannot retain any political or military control of the Gaza Strip.  

“It has been over 500 days since Hamas’ barbaric attack on Israel,” said Senator Britt. “I will continue to stand with my colleagues and call for our nation to use every tool in our toolbox to halt all sources of funding for Iranian-backed terrorists. Our support for Israel’s right to defend herself is unwavering as they work to bring every single hostage home. The threat of Hamas must be ended permanently. Only through strength can we achieve lasting, sustainable peace.”

This resolution would also call upon the President to use all economic and diplomatic tools possible to halt all sources of funding for Hamas from the Islamic Republic of Iran and all other sources of revenue. Additionally, the resolution supports the State of Israel as it continues to defend its sovereignty against attacks from Hamas, the Islamic Republic of Iran, and all other Iranian proxies.

“One of the defining moments for the future of the Middle East and the world at large is to state directly and with moral clarity that Hamas – a terrorist organization – will no longer have political or military control of Gaza at the end of this conflict,” said Senator Graham. “Hamas is responsible for the brutal and horrific October 7 attack against Israel and ruthlessly detaining hundreds of hostages, including many Americans. They have oppressed the Palestinian people under their control. They are corrupt and would push the world into further darkness if they could. Hamas exists to destroy Israel, not to bring a better life for the Palestinian people. I appreciate the bipartisan support for this resolution and believe it will receive overwhelming support in the U.S. Senate.”

Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) joined Senators Britt and Graham in introducing the resolution.

Senator Britt has been an outspoken and strong supporter of Israel. This includes calling for reimposing bone-crushing sanctions to terminate Iran’s terror network and prevent their ability to fund terrorist proxy groups like Hamas and Hezbollah. She has also ledquestioning on enforcement actions the U.S. should undertake to ensure maximum pressure is exerted on Iran and their financial networks.

To read the full resolution text, click HERE.

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