HCONRES 107 · 113th Congress · International Affairs
A concurrent resolution denouncing the use of civilians as human shields by Hamas and other terrorist organizations.
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EnactedLatest: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.(2014-12-10)
Plain Language Summary
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Condemns the use of innocent civilians as human shields, including Hamas's use of this illegal tactic. Calls on: (1) the international community to recognize Hamas's grave breaches of international law by using human shields, and (2) Mahmoud Abbas to condemn the use of innocent civilians as human shields. Places responsibility for launching the rocket attacks on Hamas and other terrorist organizations, such as Islamic Jihad, in Gaza. Supports Israel's sovereign right to defend its territory and stop the rocket attacks on its citizens. Expresses condolences to the families of the innocent victims on both sides of the conflict. Supports Palestinian civilians who reject Hamas and all forms of terrorism and who desire to live in peace with their Israeli neighbors.…
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Cosponsors (20)
8 Democrats12 Republicans