US lawmakers react to ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah
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U.S. lawmakers reacted Tuesday to the ceasefire deal reached between Israel and Hezbollah, with one suggesting the deal is nothing but a political football.
"Let's be clear. Israel did not launch this war. The Lebanese people did not seek that war either. Nor did the United States," Biden said. "Security for the people of Israel and Lebanon cannot be achieved only on the battlefield. And that's why I directed my team to work with the governments of Israel and Lebanon, to forge a cease-fire, to bring a conflict between Israel and Hezbollah to a close." Greg Wehner is a breaking news reporter for Fox News Digital.
Pentagon press secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder was asked about a potential cease-fire deal during a press briefing on Tuesday and said the Department of Defense (DoD) was "very supportive" of the ceasefire. He also said the DoD plays an important role in working with partners in the Middle East region to prevent a wider conflict. Story tips and ideas can be sent to Greg.Wehner@Fox.com and on Twitter @GregWehner.