Senate Republicans are raising concerns about the Biden administration’s $6 billion Iran deal, suggesting that it may have indirectly funded Hamas’ recent attack on Israel. The deal, which was finalized last month, involved the transfer of Iran’s frozen assets from a South Korean bank to accounts in Qatar. Despite assurances from the administration that the funds will only be used for humanitarian purposes, Hamas spokesperson Ghazi Hamad claimed that Iran supported their attacks. Although there is no evidence that the $6 billion has been released to Iran, Senator Marsha Blackburn urged President Biden to void the agreement and freeze the payment. A sense of urgency prevails as experts warn about the retrieval of American prisoners who may be impacted by the escalating conflict. The situation intensified when Hamas launched thousands of rockets into southern Israel and declared “Operation Al-Aqsa Storm.” While some progressive members of Congress called for a cease-fire, Republican Senators Rick Scott and Marco Rubio affirmed their support for Israel, emphasizing the need to defend its citizens. President Biden also expressed his support for Israel’s right to self-defense and provided additional assistance to the Israel Defense Forces. Republican Senators Bill Hagerty and Ted Cruz criticized the lax enforcement of sanctions, suggesting that it enabled Iran to fund terrorist proxies like Hamas. Senator Joni Ernst called for a firm stance against Iran and its support for terrorism. The situation remains ongoing, with Fox News providing updated coverage on the matter. Jamie Joseph, a writer specializing in politics, leads Fox News Digital’s coverage of the Senate.
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