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For Immediate Release                             Contact: Tionee Scotland 

July 15, 2025                                                    202-808-6129 

PRESS RELEASE 

CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT 'S STATEMENT ON THE KILLING OF SAYFOLLAH MUSALLET 

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett issued the following statement regarding the killing of Sayfollah Musallet: 

"I am deeply disturbed by the tragic death of Sayfollah Musallet, an American citizen who was killed while visiting relatives in the West Bank. My heart goes out to Mr. Musallet's family and friends during this devastating time.  

“This concerning incident calls for prompt and thorough attention. Israeli authorities must conduct a full and transparent investigation into Mr. Musallet's death and ensure that those responsible face justice. The violence against Palestinian civilians in the West Bank, which has increased, is deeply troubling and must be addressed.  

“Americans cannot ignore this tragedy or the broader crisis of settler violence in the region. For meaningful and sustainable peace to take place between Israelis and Palestinians, we must acknowledge and hold space for everyone caught in the violence in the region – Israelis, Palestinians, civilians, men, women, children and elders.   

“Mr. Musallet's death cannot become another statistic—justice must be served. As a Member of Congress, I will continue to advocate for the safety of all American citizens traveling abroad and push for accountability when their rights and lives are violated. As the congressional representative of many Americans and residents of the Virgin Islands with family and ties to Israel, the West Bank and Gaza, I and my office work to support all our constituents and work to find peace and a two-state solution.  The Administration and congressional leaders must use their power to bring Israeli and Palestinian leadership together for a long-term resolution to the conflict that can lead to a peaceful two-state solution.” 

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