U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (I-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) have released statements in response to Iran’s missile attack against Israel early Tuesday morning.

In her statement, Capito said, “Iran is once again showing that it’s a dangerous and destabilizing force. These missile barrages against civilian populations in Israel cannot be accepted as a new norm. I will continue to stand in support and solidarity with the people of Israel as they face attacks from this regime and its proxies.”

In his own statement, Manchin said, “Nearly a year ago, Iran’s proxy, Hamas, and soon after Hezbollah, launched a cowardly attack against innocent Israeli citizens. The attack was designed to disrupt the ongoing treaty discussions between the U.S., Israel, and Saudi Arabia. This peaceful coalition of nations and the opportunities that it would bring Palestinians is a direct threat to Iran.

“Since that horrific day, Iran and its proxies have continued their relentless attacks on Israel, and the United States must remain steadfast in its support of Israel’s absolute right to defend itself. Further escalation of this conflict rests on the shoulders of Iran and the terrorist organizations they have emboldened and resourced for years. I will continue to monitor this situation closely and pray that cooler heads prevail.”