FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 17, 2025
PHOENIX – Representative Mariana Sandoval and Senator Analise Ortiz released the following statement following Wednesday's announcement that Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire and hostage deal.
“Today’s long-overdue ceasefire and hostage deal is wonderful news. This will help bring much needed-humanitarian assistance to Palestinians and reunite the hostages with their families. This came thanks to relentless advocacy, prayers, and action by countless people not just in the United States but around the world. I want to thank everyone everywhere who has done anything to try to end this horrific situation. I am united in the joy of Palestinian children who are jubilant that the violence may be coming to an end, and I also stand with Israeli families who have been praying for their captive loved ones to come home and hold them once again. Although this is welcomed news, let us never forget the lives lost in the October 7th attack and the thousands of innocent people killed in the war. I commit to continue advocating for lasting peace and security everywhere.”
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