Congresswoman Barbara Lee Statement on One-Year Anniversary of Horrific October 7 Attack

Congresswoman Barbara Lee Statement on One-Year Anniversary of Horrific October 7 Attack

"One year ago today, Israel suffered a horrific terrorist attack by Hamas. We continue to mourn the lives lost on that tragic day. I was devastated by the immense suffering then, and remain devasted by the suffering across the region that has happened since. As we remember the lives lost on October 7 and in the past year, we must continue to push for diplomatic solutions to achieve peace and security in the region.

As I have maintained from the very beginning of this war, a ceasefire and hostage deal is the key to resolving this conflict.

Today, I am thinking of all the hostages that have not returned home. I am thinking of all the innocent lives that have been lost in this horrific humanitarian crisis. I am thinking of the millions of civilians - in Israel, in Gaza, in Lebanon, and across the region - that remain at risk of hunger, death, and displacement. We must continue to do everything we can to prevent any further escalation of violence.

It is the obligation of the United States and our international allies to use all available leverage and tools of diplomacy to help prevent the outbreak of a regional war, to help end this conflict, and to help achieve peace and security in the region."