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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressmen Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) and Jared Moskowitz (FL-23) introduced H.Res 1143, condemning Iran's unprecedented drone and missile attack on Israel. Joined by 29 other Republican and Democrat members of the House of Representatives, including House Foreign Affairs Chairman Michael McCaul (TX-10), the resolution reaffirms the House of Representatives' support for Israel's right to self-defense and calls on all countries to condemn Iran's attack.

On April 13th, 2024, Iran launched a direct attack on Israel with over 350 missiles and drones launched directly from Iran and its proxies towards Israel, marking the first attack on Israeli territory launched directly from Iranian territory.

"48 hours ago, the world watched in horror as Iran launched over 350 drones and missiles to Israel," said Congressman Kean. "These aggressive actions only escalate tensions and endanger innocent lives. I strongly condemn Iran's unprecedented attacks on Israel, our greatest ally in the Middle East."

"What the world witnessed this weekend was a Declaration of War by the Iranian regime against an American ally," added Congressman Moskowitz. "Seeing missiles being intercepted right above the Temple Mount emphasizes Iran's disregard for holy sites and innocent civilian life. America must make it clear through this resolution that this escalatory and disproportional attack is intolerable and that we stand with Israel against state sponsors of terrorism like Iran."

The resolution also supports Israel's right to respond to this aggression through means it deems necessary. Congressman Kean, currently serving on the House Foreign Affairs Committee and as Chairman of the Europe Subcommittee, stated that the House of Representatives stands ready to assist Israel with emergency resupply and other security, diplomatic, and intelligence support.

The full text of the Resolution can be found [HERE](link to the text of the Resolution).