Bill118th CongressFiled Nov 21, 2023International Affairs
H.Res. 885
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.
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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.
What just happenedNov 21, 2023
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1](R-PA)Sponsor
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- Introduced in HouseNov 21, 2023
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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