Rep. Becca Balint Statement on Reported Ceasefire Agreement

Washington, D.C. – In response to the reported Israeli government and Hamas ceasefire and hostage agreement, Rep. Becca Balint (VT-AL) released the following statement: “Finalizing a ceasefire deal is extremely welcome news. I’m relieved to finally end the horrific suffering and violence of the last 15 months. The surviving hostages will be reunited with their families at last, and the bombs will stop. But the humanitarian crisis in Gaza will continue to demand the world’s attention. This is a critical first step in rebuilding the political stability and safety of the entire region and securing a free and self-determined Palestine. Attentive and serious diplomacy will be imperative to achieving true lasting peace and a safer future for Palestinians and Israelis.” ###