Chuck Schumer Requests Israel to De-Escalate Tensions After Hezbollah Child Casualties

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) has urged Israel to "de-escalate" after a brutal attack by Hezbollah, an Islamic terrorist group backed by Iran, resulted in the deaths of 12 children in Israel. Schumer's call for restraint came during an interview on CBS News’ “Face The Nation” on Sunday.

The attack, launched from Lebanese soil, underscored the volatile situation in the region. “We know that Iran, through its surrogates, Hamas, Hezbollah, Houthis, is really the real evil in this area,” Schumer said. “And Israel has every right to defend itself against Hezbollah, like they do against Hamas. It’s sort of – it shows you how bad Iran and its surrogates are. These were Arab kids they shot out. They don’t care – they sent missiles at. And they don’t even care who that is.”

However, Schumer added, “But having said that, I don’t think anyone wants a wider war. So I hope there are moves to de-escalate.”

Key Points:

• Hezbollah Attack: The attack from Hezbollah killed 12 children in Israel, highlighting the threat posed by Iran-backed terrorist groups.

• Call for Restraint: Schumer urged Israel to de-escalate the situation to avoid a broader conflict.

• Tensions with Netanyahu: Schumer mentioned his refusal to shake Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s hand during his recent visit to the U.S., citing “serious disagreements” over Israel’s actions against Hamas.

Schumer’s comments come amid heightened tensions in the region, as Israel continues to face threats from multiple fronts, including Hamas and Hezbollah. His stance on de-escalation reflects a broader concern about the potential for a wider war in the Middle East.

The recent attacks and ongoing conflicts underscore the complex and dangerous dynamics at play, with Iran's influence through groups like Hezbollah and Hamas posing significant challenges to regional stability.

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