I rise today to express my deep concern regarding the most recent violence in Lebanon. I have immediately contacted the Clinton administration and urged them in the strongest possible terms to do everything in the power of the United States to cease the hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. Many innocent civilian men. women. and children have been killed and there have been thousands of refugees who have been forced to flee their homes. The ArabAmerican community. many who have family and friends in Lebanon. have communicated to me firsthand accounts of the recent violence and tragedy. The most disturbing fact is the great loss of civilian lives. especially the children. These deaths. no matter where they occur. are always tragic. To help us immediately address the plight of these innocent victims. I have requested emergency assistance for the Lebanese civilians and refugees from the Department of State. the Agency for International Development. and the Department of Defense. The Lebanese are in need of food. medicine. water. emergency electric generators. beds. and other necessities. Mr.
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