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US Senators Urge Trump to Reinforce Opposition to Israel's Annexation of West Bank Territory

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US Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley have joined their colleagues in sending a letter to President Donald Trump, urging him to reinforce his opposition to Israel's annexation of West Bank territory. In the letter, the lawmakers expressed their opposition to unilateral measures by either party that undermine the prospect of lasting peace through negotiations to achieve a two-state solution. They also reiterated their relief at the long-sought release of Israeli hostages from Gaza and the need for humanitarian aid to surge into Gaza.

Key Takeaways:

  • The US Senators, led by Adam Schiff, have sent a letter to President Trump urging him to reinforce his opposition to Israel's annexation of West Bank territory.
  • The lawmakers expressed their support for a two-state solution and opposition to unilateral measures by either party that undermine the prospect of lasting peace.
  • The letter also highlighted the need for humanitarian aid to surge into Gaza and for the remains of all deceased hostages to be returned to their families.
  • The senators who signed the letter include Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, as well as Chuck Schumer, Brian Schatz, Chris Van Hollen, and others.

Statistics:

  • 21 US Senators have signed the letter in support of opposing Israel's annexation of West Bank territory.
  • The letter was led by Senator Adam Schiff, D-Calif.
  • The full list of signatories includes:

+ Ron Wyden, Jeff Merkley

+ Chuck Schumer, Brian Schatz, Chris Van Hollen, Angela Alsobrooks, Tammy Baldwin, Michael Bennet, Richard Blumenthal, Lisa Blunt-Rochester, Cory Booker, Maria Cantwell, Chris Coons, Catherine Cortez-Masto, Tammy Duckworth, Dick Durbin, Ruben Gallego, Kirsten Gillibrand, Maggie Hassan, Martin Heinrich, John Hickenlooper, Mazie Hirono, Tim Kaine, Mark Kelly, Andy Kim, Angus King, Amy Klobuchar, Ben Ray LujÈín, Edward Markey, Chris Murphy, Patty Murray, Jon Ossoff, Alex Padilla, Gary Peters, Jack Reed, Jacky Rosen, Bernie Sanders, Jeanne Shaheen, Elissa Slotkin, Tina Smith, Raphael Warnock, Mark Warner, Elizabeth Warren, Peter Welch, and Sheldon Whitehouse.

Sources:

United States Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore)

United States Senator Jeff Merkley

[1] October 23, 2025

Washington, D.C.

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