Ramirez Statement on Deal to Free Hostages, Pause Bombings in Gaza

Chicago, IL – Today, Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez (IL-03) released the following statement after the announcement of a deal to free hostages and pause bombings in Gaza:

“The call for a ceasefire is growing stronger every day. We must continue to demand a ceasefire that ensures the safe return of all the hostages, increases humanitarian aid to Gaza, saves lives, and achieves long-lasting peace for Israelis and Palestinians. Today’s announcement is a step in the right direction; however, a four-day pause is not enough. Watching bombs fall on children and tensions escalate in the West Bank should only strengthen our commitment to diplomacy, de-escalation, and an enduring ceasefire. We can and must build on this moment to protect precious lives, ensure the safe release of ALL hostages, and realize a future where all Israelis and Palestinians in Gaza, the West Bank, and Israel experience safety, freedom, and self-determination.”