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J Street Condemns Iranian Missile Attack, Jaffa Terror Attack – Calls for
Immediate De-Escalation

October 1, 2024

J Street is deeply alarmed by, and unequivocally condemns, the terrifying
ballistic missile attack launched by the Iranian government against Israel
today. This reckless assault marks a dangerous and long-feared escalation
in an already volatile situation.

This rocket barrage came minutes after at least 6 Israelis were murdered
in a terror attack in Jaffa, underlining the violent, terrifying reality
civilians have been living through. Our hearts are with the victims and
their families.

We have been in close and constant contact with our staff, family and
friends in the region, who are rattled but safe. This attack underscores
the very real threat facing millions of Israeli civilians and millions of
others across the region from further escalation.

We’re immensely grateful that Israel’s defense systems – bolstered by
indispensable US funding and international coordination – successfully
intercepted the majority of incoming missiles.

The risk of this moment cannot be overstated. The next steps taken will
determine whether we are witnessing the beginning of a truly catastrophic
regional war – one that could draw in US troops and put countless
civilians in harm’s way.

We urge the Israeli government to carefully, cautiously and precisely
calibrate its response, and President Biden to use all possible leverage
to focus on diplomatic avenues designed to limit further escalation, stop
a full-scale regional war, and prevent scenes like these from repeating in
the coming days.

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