In recent days, the world has been shocked and horrified by the escalating violence between Israel and Iran-backed Hamas terrorists.[0] The attacks, described as more evil and complex than ever before, have resulted in the deaths of hundreds of Israeli civilians, the injuring of thousands, and the abduction of elderly and children by these murderous thugs. The situation calls for a unified and resolute response from the international community in support of Israel.[1]
Several influential figures, including Senator Rick Scott and Senator Tim Scott, have called on the United States and its allies to condemn these atrocities and publicly support the Israeli people. Senator Rick Scott, along with a group of nine Republican senators, has urged President Biden to convene the nations of the Group of Seven (G7) and impose severe sanctions on Iran, the largest state sponsor of terrorism.[2] They argue that by striking directly at the wealth that supports terrorism, the international community can prevent such brutality from happening again.[2]
The senators have pointed out that the recent attacks are particularly heinous, with reports of innocent families being murdered in their homes, teenage girls being raped and burned alive, and an elderly wheelchair-bound Holocaust survivor being brutally dragged through the streets of Gaza and killed. Children who witnessed their parents’ murders have also been kidnapped and held hostage by Hamas.[3] The senators stress that the images and stories coming out of Israel are deeply disturbing and must not be forgotten.
Criticism has also been directed at President Biden and his administration for their response to the attacks.[4] Senator Tim Scott has accused Biden of showing weakness and being complicit in the attack on Israel.[5] He claims that Biden’s prisoner swap deal with Iran, which freed up $6 billion in assets, helped fund terrorism and facilitated the Hamas attack.[6] The senators argue that Biden’s actions have allowed Iran to continue supporting such brutality and that it is crucial for the United States to take a strong stance against Iran.[0]
The Biden administration has voiced its support for Israel, with President Biden stating that there is no justification for terrorism and promising to ensure that Israel has what it needs to defend itself.[7] Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to travel to Israel to show solidarity with the country.[7] However, critics have pointed out that initial tweets from the State Department calling for Israeli restraint were deleted, sparking backlash and accusations of inconsistency.[4]
Amidst the calls for action and condemnation, it is clear that the international community must unite in support of Israel and take strong measures against Iran. The senators emphasize that Iran is not a normal country and that every dollar within its control is used to fund terrorism.[8] They argue that by isolating and economically cutting off Iran, the world can prevent it from continuing to support the brutality witnessed in Israel.[1]
As the situation in the Middle East continues to unfold, it is crucial for world leaders to stand together against terrorism and support the Israeli people.[9] The atrocities committed by Hamas terrorists cannot be tolerated, and it is the responsibility of the international community to ensure that such acts of violence do not happen again. The world must condemn these attacks, hold those responsible accountable, and work towards a future of peace and stability in the region.
0. “Tillis, Colleagues Call on President Biden to Convene the G7 to Jointly Sanction…” Thom Tillis, 11 Oct. 2023, https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/10/tillis-colleagues-call-on-president-biden-to-convene-the-g7-to-jointly-sanction-iran-following-hamas-attacks-on-israel
1. “Senators Call on President Biden to Convene G7 Nations, Jointly Sanction Iran” Kevin Cramer, 11 Oct. 2023, https://www.cramer.senate.gov/news/press-releases/sen-cramer-colleagues-call-on-president-biden-to-convene-g7-nations-jointly-sanction-iran
2. “Blackburn, Rick Scott & Colleagues to Biden: Convene G7 to Jointly Sanction Iran…” Marsha Blackburn, 11 Oct. 2023, https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2023/10/blackburn-rick-scott-colleagues-to-biden-convene-g7-to-jointly-sanction-iran
3. “Sen. Rick Scott & Colleagues to Biden: Following Hamas Attacks on Israel, Convene the G7 to Jointly Sanction Iran” Senator Rick Scott, 10 Oct. 2023, https://www.rickscott.senate.gov/2023/10/sen-rick-scott-colleagues-to-biden-following-hamas-attacks-on-israel-convene-the-g7-to-jointly-sanction-iran
4. “In the GOP Extremist Hamas-Israel Rhetoric Sweepstakes, Marco Rubio Takes Early Lead” The New Republic, 10 Oct. 2023, https://newrepublic.com/post/176107/marco-rubio-eradication-extreme-langauge-hamas-gaza-israel
5. “Israel war: Tim Scott slams Biden’s ‘weakness’ and criticizes ‘Squad’ members” Washington Examiner, 10 Oct. 2023, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/campaigns/biden-weak-israel-hamas-squad
6. “Should US send forces into Israel? Here’s what GOP presidential hopeful Sen. Tim Scott said” Yahoo News, 9 Oct. 2023, https://news.yahoo.com/us-send-forces-israel-gop-190253132.html
7. “WATCH: Tim Scott Says Biden Has ‘Blood on His Hands’ for Palestinian Massacre of Israelis” Washington Free Beacon, 11 Oct. 2023, https://freebeacon.com/latest-news/watch-tim-scott-says-biden-has-blood-on-his-hands-for-palestinian-massacre-of-israelis/
8. “Biden ‘complicit with the attacks’ from Hamas, given his behavior toward Iran: Sen. Tim Scott” Fox News, 11 Oct. 2023, https://www.foxnews.com/media/biden-complicit-attacks-hamas-given-behavior-iran-sen-tim-scott
9. “Rubio warns that Biden’s appeasement of Iran led to horrific attacks in Israel” Villages-News, 8 Oct. 2023, https://www.villages-news.com/2023/10/08/rubio-warn-that-bidens-appeasement-of-iran-led-to-horrific-attacks-in-israel
