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Pelosi Statement on House Passage of Iron Dome Legislation

August 2, 2014

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement after the House passed legislation to increase support for Israel's Iron Dome defense system:

"In Congress and across the country, Americans are standing in support of Israel's right to defend itself against terrorists who seek to kidnap and murder its citizens. I am proud the House has acted to increase our support for the Iron Dome system that helps keeps Israeli families safe.

"No people should be asked to endure so much, so often. We renew our call on Hamas to cease their rocket attacks on Israel and end their callous endangerment of Palestinian civilians. We also join with the President in demanding the unconditional release of the Israeli soldier kidnapped earlier today.

"With Israel once again under attack by rockets above and tunnels below, our bipartisan resolve to stand by Israel is firm and unwavering. Today and every day, we stand with the people of Israel and join in the prayers for a swift, comprehensive and durable peace."

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