Delegation of the European Union to Israel
Delegation of the European Union to Israel
09/22/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/22/2024 06:33
Lebanon/Israel: Statement by the High Representative on the escalation of hostilities
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Lebanon/Israel: Statement by the High Representative on the escalation of hostilities
22.09.2024 EEAS Press Team
The European Union is extremely concerned by the escalation in Lebanon, following Friday's attacks in Beirut - where at least three children were also killed - and the increasing cross border violence between Israel and Hezbollah. Heavy attacks are reported also today, both in Israel and Lebanon. A ceasefire is urgent, across the Blue Line as in Gaza.
Civilians on both sides are paying a high price. They will also be the ones suffering once again the most in a full-blown war that must be averted, including by renewed intense diplomatic mediation efforts. This will be high on our agenda at UN General Assembly.
We also, once again, call for the full and symmetrical implementation of UN Security Council resolution 1701.
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