Jayapal Supports Israel's Right to Self-Defense But Raises Humanitarian Concerns, Calls for Ceasefire and Aid to Civilians
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Congresswoman Jayapal said Israel has a right to defend itself against Hamas attacks, but is concerned about the humanitarian impact of restricted aid and use of certain bombs.
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She called for an immediate cease-fire, release of hostages, and said the focus should be on freeing hostages and aiding civilians.
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Jayapal has been in touch with Washington Jewish and Muslim communities concerned about rising hate.
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She supports conditioning some of Israel's U.S. military aid funding.
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Jayapal is concerned politics is holding up aid funding to Israel and Ukraine.