Statements made by the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs Spokesperson [Oct. 30, 2024]
Statements made by the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs Spokesperson [Oct. 30, 2024]
Statements made by the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs Spokesperson [Oct. 30, 2024]
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Release date: October 30, 2024
Tag(s): Diplomacy, Foreign policy
Metadata
Release date: October 30, 2024
Tag(s): Diplomacy, Foreign policy
Lebanon
Hezbollah strike on UNIFIL headquarters (October 30, 2024)
France condemns the likely Hezbollah rocket strike on the headquarters of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) in Naqoura on October 29. Austrian peacekeepers were injured, as others were a few weeks ago.
We hope that the investigation under way will establish the facts and identify those responsible. France emphasizes that attacks on peacekeepers are serious violations of international law. They are unjustifiable and must stop immediately.
The protection of UN peacekeepers and the safety and security of UN personnel, property and premises must be guaranteed, and UNIFIL must be able to fully carry out its mandate. In this particularly difficult situation, we commend the bravery, professionalism and continued commitment of UNIFIL personnel.
France calls for an immediate ceasefire and the complete implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701 by all parties, the only way to enable displaced people in Israel and Lebanon to safely return home.
Israel / Palestinian Territories
Israeli strike in northern Gaza (October 30, 2024)
France strongly condemns the Israeli strike on a residential building in Beit Lahia in northern Gaza on October 29 that killed nearly 100 people, including women and children. France also condemns the recent Israeli strikes on hospitals in the north of the enclave, which had been ordered to evacuate and were caring for patients in critical condition.
The siege imposed on northern Gaza must be lifted without delay. France calls for the reopening of all crossing points and the safe, massive, unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid.
France reiterates its call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. The suffering of Gaza’s people must end. The hostages must be released.
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