On “CNN Newsroom” on Saturday, Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA) said that the aid to Israel included in the package passed by the House earlier in the day “will not be used in any way in Gaza until the hostages are taken.” It should not be used for offensive operations either.” [been] It was liberated, massive humanitarian aid flowed into Gaza, and there was also an understanding of what kind of operations would be launched regarding Rafah. ”
host Alex Marquardt asked.[Y]You’ve also been quite vocal about the war in Gaza, saying the death toll is too high. Were you hoping for more conditions to be attached to this new aid to Israel?”
Connolly replied: I believe that the aid provided by today’s vote should not be used in any offensive operations in Gaza until the hostages are rescued. [been] With its release, massive humanitarian aid has flowed into Gaza and an understanding has been gained of what operations will be launched regarding Rafah. We are facing a humanitarian crisis of unprecedented scale, and we must address it first. ”
Mr. Marquardt then asked, “My understanding is that there are very few conditions for this. Is that correct?”
Connolly replied: These terms would need to be negotiated between President Biden, the State Department, and the Israeli government. ”
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