Congress: 112 · Status: passed · Israel/Palestine classification: pro-Israel
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Sponsor: Gillibrand, Kirsten E. (D-New York)
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Expresses unwavering commitment to the security of Israel as a Jewish and democratic state with secure borders and supports its inherent right to act in self-defense to protect its citizens against acts of terrorism. Reiterates that Hamas must end Gaza-linked terrorist rocket and missile attacks against Israel, recognize Israel's right to exist, renounce violence, and agree to accept previous agreements between Israel and the Palestinians. Urges the U.N. Security Council to condemn the recent spike in Gaza-linked terrorist missile attacks against Israel. Encourages the President to continue to work diplomatically with the international community to prevent Hamas and other Gaza-based terrorist organizations from retaining or rebuilding the capability to launch rockets and missiles against Israel.
This resolution expresses support for Israel's security as a Jewish and democratic state and its right to self-defense against terrorism. It calls on Hamas to end rocket attacks, recognize Israel's right to exist, and renounce violence. It urges the U.N. Security Council to condemn recent missile attacks from Gaza and encourages the President to work internationally to prevent Hamas from rebuilding weapons capabilities.
Non-binding resolutions like this signal chamber sentiment and can influence appropriations and foreign policy priorities. This one frames Israeli military actions as self-defense while characterizing Palestinian armed groups exclusively as terrorists, which shapes how Congress evaluates aid, oversight, and diplomatic initiatives.