The attacks prompted Israel to launch an intensive bombing campaign against the Gaza Strip, which is governed by Hamas.
“I cannot remember a time when Israel’s struggle for security was not at the forefront of my mind,” Mr. Lew said.
If confirmed, I will uphold President Biden’s commitment to deny Iran a nuclear weapon.”But his declarations did little to deter Republican senators.
Senator John Barrasso, Republican of Wyoming, accused Mr. Lew of acting as the Iranian government’s banker by negotiating deals to release funds in exchange for American prisoners.
“Preventing this from becoming a multifront war is hugely important for Israel, for the region, for the world,” he said.
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