End Escalation of Violence in the Middle East (July 2006)

“End Escalation of Violence in the Middle East” is the title of the latest statement of Pax Christi International on the crisis in the region. The statement gives a short overview of the latest facts resulting in the escalation of the conflict. It refers also to international humanitarian law and calls for an end of the diplomatic vacuum. Israel should end its occupation of the Palestinian territories and no military support should be given to the fighting parties. Pax Christi International calls for an immediate cease-fire and the beginning of constructive negotiations with all parties involved. Read the statement in English ME.59.E.06,in Dutch ME.59.D.06 in Italian ME.59.I.06 and in German ME.59.G.06.