European Countries Warn against Escalatory Actions As Gaza Ceasefire Efforts Continue
“We, the Foreign Ministers of the United Kingdom, France, Germany and Italy, strongly support the ongoing mediation efforts by the United States, Egypt and Qatar to conclude the agreement for a ceasefire and the release of (captives) and are encouraged by the constructive approach adopted so far,” read a joint statement from the four EU members on Saturday.
They welcomed the continuation of technical work in the coming days, including on both humanitarian provisions and specific arrangements concerning Palestinian detainees and Israeli captives.
The foreign ministers emphasized that senior officials are expected to reconvene before the end of next week, with the goal of finalizing the agreement.
“We urge all parties to continue to engage positively and flexibly in this process. We underline the importance of avoiding any escalatory action in the region which would undermine the prospect for peace. There is too much at stake,” they said.
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Talks continue to end the Israeli regime’s war on Gaza that has claimed the lives of more than 40,000 Palestinians in Gaza since October 7. The blockaded enclave has since been leveled, with most civilians homeless and hungry.
Source: Anadolu Agency
