Condemning Hamas' use of human shields as a contravention of international humanitarian law and a heinous violation of the rights and dignity of civilian noncombatants.
Summary
This resolution condemns Hamas' use of human shields as a contravention of international humanitarian law and a violation of the rights and dignity of civilian noncombatants. The resolution also calls for Hamas to immediately cease using human shields, for the swift release of all hostages taken by Hamas, and for Hamas' unconditional surrender.
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Nov 2023
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Introduced Nov 21, 2023
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Nov 21, 2023
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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Nov 21, 2023
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1 primary · 5 co-sponsors
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