Democratic lawmakers criticize Israel's defensive strikes against Iran's nuclear sites

Democratic lawmakers are sounding off on the Israel-Iran conflict, criticizing Israel's initial airstrikes Thursday night in the capital of Tehran.

Israel launched "Operation Rising Lion," targeting Iran’s nuclear and missile infrastructure, and Iran responded with strikes in Tel Aviv, injuring at least five people.

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) released a statement Friday calling Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu an "extremist."

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