U.S. Senator Jim Risch - ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee | Official U.S. Senate headshot
U.S. Senator Jim Risch - ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee | Official U.S. Senate headshot
U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, expressed his deep sorrow and condolences for the loss of three U.S. service members and the injuries sustained by dozens more in an Iran-backed drone attack in Jordan over the weekend.
In a statement, Senator Risch said, "I am devastated to hear three U.S. service members were killed and dozens were wounded in an Iran-backed drone attack in Jordan over the weekend. Vicki and I are praying for their families and communities during this difficult time."
Senator Risch then criticized the Biden Administration's approach to Iran, stating, "Weakness is provocative, and the Biden Administration's weak policies have produced this dangerous situation." He called for a change in strategy, urging the administration to adopt an Iran policy that imposes significant economic and military costs on the regime. He emphasized the need to freeze funds, enforce oil sanctions, and restore credible deterrence.
"We must permanently freeze funds, enforce oil sanctions, and restore credible deterrence," Senator Risch said. "Americans at home and our troops in the field deserve an Iran policy that protects them and U.S. interests. Inaction only serves to fuel Iran and its proxies further."
The senator's statement highlights the need for a stronger stance against Iran and its proxies. He urges the Biden Administration to take decisive action to protect American interests and ensure the safety of U.S. service members deployed overseas.
The attack on U.S. troops in Jordan serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing threat posed by Iran and its proxies. It underscores the importance of a robust and proactive approach to deterrence and security in the region.
As investigations into the attack continue, the families of the fallen service members and the wounded remain in the thoughts and prayers of the nation. The U.S. government must take swift and decisive action to hold those responsible accountable and prevent similar attacks in the future.
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