[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 46 (Friday, March 10, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H1254]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       RECOGNIZING THE IMPORTANCE OF THE U.S.-ISRAEL RELATIONSHIP

  (Mrs. KIGGANS of Virginia asked and was given permission to address 
the House for 1 minute.)
  Mrs. KIGGANS of Virginia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
the importance of the U.S.-Israel relationship.
  Our relationship with Israel is a mutually beneficial partnership 
that not only reinforces America's moral values and strategic 
interests, but also promotes peace and stability.
  The U.S.-Israel relationship is truly the embodiment of peace through 
strength. Having served 10 years in the U.S. military, I know how 
volatile this region is and understand that a key element of our own 
national security is the strength and security of Israel, the only 
democracy in the Middle East.
  Our two nations face many of the same terrorist threats, the only 
difference being that Israel is surrounded by hostile regional actors. 
As malicious regimes like Iran continue their quest for nuclear 
capabilities, it is imperative that America does not waver in our 
commitment to strengthen Israel's ability to defend itself.
  In a world that grows more dangerous by the day, weakening our allies 
would have disastrous consequences for the security of our country and 
threaten the possibility of world peace.
  I remain steadfast in my support for Israel and look forward to 
helping advance U.S.-Israel defense cooperation here in Congress.

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