Senator Mike Rounds, US Senator for South Dakota | Official U.S. Senate headshot
Senator Mike Rounds, US Senator for South Dakota | Official U.S. Senate headshot
U.S. Senator Mike Rounds has addressed the recent missile strikes involving Israel and Iran. In a statement, he accused Iran of supporting Hamas by providing financing, materials, and training over the years. Rounds stated that "Iran wants to see Israel wiped off the map" and that their recent missile actions affirm this intention.
Rounds also expressed concern over Iran's nuclear ambitions, suggesting that their long-term goal has been to threaten both Israel and the United States under the guise of negotiating in good faith.
In response to Israeli military actions against Iran, Rounds remarked that Israel's strikes were a necessary measure for self-defense. He reiterated U.S. support for Israel during this period and extended thoughts to American troops stationed in the region.
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