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U.S. Senator Peter Welch Calls for Continued U.S. Leadership in Middle East to Secure Lasting Peace

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United States Senator Peter Welch (D-Vermont) recently expressed relief at the ceasefire in Gaza and called on President Trump to use the immense leverage of the United States to cement the path to lasting peace in the Middle East. Senator Welch emphasized the need for continued U.S. leadership to secure a durable peace and a lasting peace for the Israelis and the Palestinians.

Key Takeaways:

  • Senator Welch expressed relief at the ceasefire in Gaza and called on President Trump to stand up firmly for American interests to end the brutal bombing campaign and provide desperately needed food aid to starving children in Gaza.
  • The Senator highlighted the importance of the two-state solution: a safe and democratic Jewish state of Israel alongside a sovereign state for the Palestinians, as envisioned in the President's 20-point plan and has been U.S. policy for over 50 years.
  • Welch urged all parties involved, including the United States government, Prime Minister Netanyahu, and the Palestinian authority, to do every single thing possible to make the success of a lasting peace through a two-state solution a likelihood.
  • The Senator emphasized the need for redoubling efforts to stand up a peacekeeping force, as outlined in the 20-point presidential plan, to quell Hamas' violence and achieve a durable peace.
  • Senator Welch called on the President and all parties involved to stay focused on the implementation of the peace plan and not turn away from the challenges that await resolution after the ceasefire.

Statistics:

  • 2 years: The duration of the relentless bombing campaign in Gaza.
  • 20-point plan: The plan proposed by President Trump to achieve a lasting peace in the Middle East.
  • 50 years: The length of time that the two-state solution has been U.S. policy.
  • 2 states: The solution proposed by Senator Welch for a safe and democratic Israel alongside a sovereign state for the Palestinians.

Sources:

  • Watch Senator Welch's speech below
  • Read a key excerpt from Senator Welch's remarks
  • United States Senator Peter Welch (D-Vermont)
  • President Trump's 20-point plan
  • United States Senate floor remarks
  • Senator Welch's speech (no date mentioned)

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