TEL AVIV, ISRAEL - In a recent interview, former Vice President Mike Pence shared his experiences in Israel, where he visited families affected by the Hamas terrorist attacks that took place on October 7th. Pence expressed his deep grief for the families who lost loved ones and highlighted the determination of the Israeli people to move forward and restore their security.
During his visit, Pence witnessed the devastation caused by the Hamas invasion in the town of Gefar Aziz. He described the scenes as heartbreaking and emphasized the unspeakable evil perpetrated by the terrorist group. However, despite the tragedy, Pence was inspired by the resilience of the Israeli people.
In an effort to understand the concerns of hostage families, Pence met with them and listened to their frustrations. While he empathized with their impatience and grief, he also conveyed his conviction that the United States must stand firmly with Israel until the threat of Hamas is eradicated.
The former Vice President stressed that Israel has the right to respond to the October 7th attacks and has a responsibility to neutralize the threat posed by Hamas. He mentioned the breaches in the fence line separating Israel from Gaza, which facilitated the entry of thousands of heavily armed terrorists. Pence underscored the importance of the IDF's efforts in preventing the invasion from reaching Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.
Pence expressed his condolences for the loss of innocent civilian lives in Gaza. However, he emphasized that the ongoing operations in Gaza were a necessary response to the terrorist invasion that aimed to destroy the Jewish state. He reaffirmed the need for the United States to speak with one voice in support of Israel in this critical moment.
While concerns have been raised about the high civilian death toll in Gaza potentially inspiring more terrorism in the future, Pence focused on the significance of defending Israel from a determined and well-armed terrorist threat. He highlighted the heroic efforts of the Israeli police, IDF forces, and courageous citizens in stopping the progress of the terrorists.
As the situation in Israel continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the international community will respond. However, Pence's visit and his firm support of Israel have underscored the importance of standing united against terrorist organizations such as Hamas and working towards a safer future for all.
