House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) has responded to Iran's missile attacks against at least two Iraqi air bases housing U.S. troops.
Pelosi tweeted on Tuesday evening that she is "closely monitoring" the situation. "We must ensure the safety of our service members, including ending needless provocations from the Administration and demanding that Iran cease its violence. America & world cannot afford war."
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