Nancy Pelosi praises Chuck Schumer\'s call for new election in Israel as an act of love for the country

Published: 17 March 2024 at 17:12

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Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi commended Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer for advocating a new election in Israel, referring to it as an act of courage and love for the nation. Pelosi\'s remarks came after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized Schumer\'s comments, prompting Pelosi to highlight the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and express concerns about Israel\'s reputation. Pelosi also criticized Netanyahu for previous interference in US politics, referencing his opposition to the Iran Nuclear Deal and President Donald Trump\'s subsequent withdrawal from the agreement.

$Nancy Pelosi praises Chuck Schumer\'s call for new election in Israel as an act of love for the country$ $Nancy Pelosi praises Chuck Schumer\'s call for new election in Israel as an act of love for the country$ $Nancy Pelosi praises Chuck Schumer\'s call for new election in Israel as an act of love for the country$ $Nancy Pelosi praises Chuck Schumer\'s call for new election in Israel as an act of love for the country$ $Nancy Pelosi praises Chuck Schumer\'s call for new election in Israel as an act of love for the country$ $Nancy Pelosi praises Chuck Schumer\'s call for new election in Israel as an act of love for the country$

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