Hamas Attack On Israel Sparks Criticism Of US Deal With Iran

Some prominent US political figures expressed concerns over the administration's Iran deal and the release of funds that Iran is allegedly funneling to its proxies.

Former National Security Advisor of the United States, John Bolton, raised a pivotal question regarding the brutal Hamas attack on Israel asking whether Hamas acted independently or under orders from the Iranian government, which provides financial support, arms, and training to Hamas fighters. Bolton stated, "The evidence is becoming clearer hour by hour that the real aggressor here is Iran."

Morgan Ortagus, former Spokesperson for the United States Department of State, also condemned Iranian-backed terrorists for their reprehensible actions during the attack. She referred to disturbing videos circulating on social media that depicted Hamas militants brutally dragging the lifeless bodies of Israeli women through the streets after assaulting and killing them. Ortagus asserted, "Biden has got to stop sending billions of dollars to Iran. Just stop it."

Former CIA officer Norman Roule echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the grave consequences of sanctions relief for Iran. He pointed out that while Iran has supported Hamas with hundreds of millions of dollars even under stringent sanctions, the recent relaxation of sanctions has significantly escalated Iran's support, resulting in deadly consequences for civilians.

Roule stated, "The next time someone argues that sanctions have no impact or presses for sanctions relief, remind them of this moment. Decisions have consequences."

The attack has resulted in a significant loss of life in Israel, with at least 250 people killed and 1,500 wounded, making it the deadliest assault on Israel in decades, people taken hostage in their homes, killed in the streets and in their cars, and whole villages under siege by Hamas militants who infiltrated by land, sea and air.