[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 49 (Thursday, March 16, 2023)]
[Senate]
[Page S810]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]



                                 Drones

  Madam President, finally, on drones to air defense and Israel, 
yesterday, it was reported that Israel approved export licenses for 
anti-drone jamming systems that could help Ukraine counter Iranian 
drones used by Russia. They are doing terrible damage, often aimed 
brutally at civilians who don't have a military consequence.
  During our codel's recent visit to Israel, my eight colleagues and I 
pressed the Israeli Government to take action along these lines. We 
stressed that supporting Ukraine against Putin is essential for the 
security of all democracies. The decision by the Israeli Government to 
approve export licenses for anti-drone jamming systems is very good 
news.
  I urge Israel to do more to help our friends in Ukraine. President 
Zelenskyy has repeatedly asked for air defense systems that can counter 
missile barrages Putin is sending into Ukraine. I believe it is 
critical that Israel respond to this request favorably.
  I yield the floor.
  The PRESIDENT pro tempore. The majority whip.