Reports & Memos

Nearly six weeks since the hostage release and ceasefire deal was agreed to by Israel and Hamas, all the living hostages have been released, all but three of the remains of the deceased hostages have been returned, humanitarian aid has surged into Gaza, and the international community has formally endorsed the 20-point peace plan as part of a UN Security Council Resolution. These are all positive developments that must be built upon to ensure lasting security for Israel and stability in the region.

The release of all living hostages and ceasefire is welcome and a source for hope. Now, President Trump must prioritize full implementation of 20-point Peace Plan for Gaza, ensuring lasting security and stability and pressuring Hamas to uphold its commitments and agree to disarm.

Those supporting additional restrictions on offensive weapon sales to Israel speak of peace, but by degrading Israel’s ability to deter adversaries committed to its destruction, they will bring more war and more suffering, not peace.

Every dollar spent to help ensure Israel can defend itself by itself is also a dollar spent to bolster counterterrorism, protect our homeland, and keep our brave service members from having to fight more wars in the Middle East.

This factsheet highlights key historical context and current realities — including offers for Palestinian statehood, Hamas’s role as a terrorist organization, the meaning of “intifada,” humanitarian aid dynamics in Gaza, Israel’s 2005 withdrawal, and the Jewish people’s historic connection to the land.

June 2025 memo highlighting key points on the conflict between Israel and Iran and the role the U.S. should play.