U.S. Rep Meeks Statement on the Rocket Attacks Against Israel

U.S. Rep Meeks Statement on the Rocket Attacks Against Israel

Excerpt: I want to express in the strongest terms possible that Israel has an absolute right to defend itself against such attacks.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Gregory W. Meeks (NY-6), a senior member of the Foreign Affairs Committee released the following statement on the rocket attacks by Hamas against Israel:

“After days of incessant rocket fire into its territory, Israel launched Operation Pillar of Defense to protect its citizens. I want to express in the strongest terms possible that Israel has an absolute right to defend itself against such attacks. I also hope that other countries in the region will not attempt to use Israel’s self-defense as an excuse to back-track on vital peace agreements that would undermine regional stability.” [END]