And we don't back up from that one bit. That is our ally in the world, but in that part of the world. But allies are not above critique. And so I have pushed hard early on when we found ourselves in this situation. I've called for the return of the hostages. I think we need a situation that maximizes the chances of them being returned safely. I have continued to press the issues around humanitarian aid and making sure that children get aid. (09:03–09:13)
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Asserts that he has advocated for the return of hostages in the Middle East conflict.
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