PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Middle East (16 July 2014)
Question Asked
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what recent assessment he has made of the situation in Israel and Palestine.
Asked by:
Seema Malhotra (Labour)
Asked by:
Seema Malhotra (Labour)
Answer
As the Prime Minister said in his comprehensive statement yesterday, we are clear that Israel has a right to defend itself against these attacks. No country would stand by as rockets are fired or terrorist tunnels are constructed into their territory. We are equally clear that Israel’s response must be proportionate, taking all necessary steps to minimise civilian casualties in line with International Humanitarian Law.
Answered by:
Mr Tobias Ellwood (Conservative)
22 July 2014
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