Historical Documents
EU statement on Israeli attack on Jericho prison (15 March 2006)
After the Israeli attack on Jericho, the EU expressed its concern at the events that took place on 14 March 2006.
VIENNA -- The Presidency is gravely concerned at the events that took place on 14 March 2006 in the West Bank, especially in Jericho, and in Gaza.
The Presidency stresses the need to take the appropriate measures to restore calm and order. It calls upon Israel and the Palestinian Authority to exercise restraint and to weight carefully the impact of their actions in order to prevent further escalation.
The Presidency strongly condemns the taking of hostages and calls upon the Palestinian Authority to ensure the protection of foreign nationals and property.
The Presidency remains in close contact with all concerned parties in order to monitor the situation closely.
The Presidency recalls that the European Union remains committed to support the Palestinian people and underlines the importance of a peaceful environment.
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