Swalwell Statement on the Israel-Iran Conflict

Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell (CA-14) issued the following statement on the Israel-Iran conflict:

"I am closely monitoring the unfolding crisis in the Middle East following Israel’s operation targeting Iran’s military and nuclear infrastructure — and Iran’s subsequent response. This is a deeply volatile moment. I am gravely concerned about the potential for escalation into a broader regional conflict.

Iran’s repressive regime continues to pose a grave threat to global security — sponsoring terrorism throughout the region, violently suppressing its own people, and targeting Americans. Iran must never be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon. Preventing that outcome is a matter of America’s national security.

I want to be clear: the Iranian people are not our enemy. They are victims of an oppressive regime. Like all people, they deserve dignity, peace, and the opportunity to live free from fear, violence, and repression.

Clearly, Israel has the right to defend itself against existential threats. It is also clear that we need strong, principled American leadership that ensures Iran never acquires a nuclear weapon, while simultaneously working to de-escalate tensions, avoid regional war, and chart a path forward through diplomacy, stability, and lasting security.

I will continue to engage directly with my constituents — including the vibrant and diverse Muslim and Jewish communities in the East Bay — as we confront these difficult issues together. My priority remains the safety and security of all people, and our shared hope for peace."

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