McClellan Statement on the Ceasefire Agreement Between Israel and Hamas

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) issued the following statement on a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas that includes the release of all hostages: 

“I welcome today’s announcement of a ceasefire agreement to finally end the devastating war in Gaza and return the hostages home. For months, I have called for a negotiated ceasefire that would end the suffering of innocent civilians in Gaza, release Israeli hostages from Hamas captivity, allow for a surge of humanitarian assistance into Gaza, and lay the groundwork for a broader peace agreement that will lead to lasting security, dignity, and sovereignty for both the Israeli and Palestinian people. I believe this ceasefire agreement meets those standards, and I strongly support the deal’s swift implementation.

“I commend the Biden-Harris Administration for its relentless efforts to broker this agreement and reduce tensions in the region. I urge all involved parties to abide by the terms of this deal and work to uphold all phases of its implementation to ensure the peace achieved today will endure in the future. I hope this agreement serves as the first step in creating a two-state solution that brings lasting peace and stability to the region.”