Robert Wexler: “I want to thank the very eloquent ranking member of the Committee on International Relations, the gentleman from…”

“I want to thank the very eloquent ranking member of the Committee on International Relations, the gentleman from California (Mr. Lantos), for yielding me this time; and I would first like to associate myself with both his remarks and the remarks of the gentlewoman from Florida (Ms. Ros-Lehtinen) as they very aptly expressed the sentiments of the American people in regard to the most recent attacks in Egypt. The attacks in Sharm el-Sheikh were unconscionable acts of tragedy and terror. At this difficult time, the American people stand shoulder to shoulder with the people of Egypt in condemning these reprehensible and senseless acts. As partners in the war against terror, the United States and Egypt are united in our struggle against al Qaeda and the desire for security and peace. In the past decade, Sharm el-Sheikh has served as an embodiment of hope for the future of the Middle East. It has been a popular tourist destination for Israelis and Europeans and for people worldwide, and the site of high-level peace talks regarding the Arab-Israeli conflict and the future of Iraq. It is my hope that Sharm el-Sheikh will continue to serve as a haven for the hope of peace, irrespective of this tragic event. This is the only way to ensure that the victims of this atrocity will not have died in vain.…”