Two years ago, Hamas led a brutal and barbaric assault on Israel — killing and abducting innocent civilians.

Yet this week, there are peace talks.

I pray for a ceasefire, the return of all hostages, and critical humanitarian aid for Gaza.

May there be peace. pic.twitter.com/ywgXi5BCm4

— Congresswoman Madeleine Dean (@RepDean) October 7, 2025

Democratic Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar — one of the most outspoken supporters of the Palestinian cause in Congress — responded to the news by saying, “For the sake of humanity, let’s hope this will be a lasting and permanent ceasefire. While this is a hopeful step, we must demand accountability for every war crime committed during this genocide and continue to call for an end to the occupation.”

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries called Trump’s deal a “very positive step in the right direction,” adding, “We’re all hopeful that this agreement will be finalized, that the hostages will be released in a matter of days and returned home to their loved ones.”

The offices of the lawmakers did not immediately respond to the Daily Caller’s request for comment.