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Foreign Secretary deeply concerned by violence on Israel's borders

Foreign Secretary William Hague called on all parties to exercise restraint after violence broke out on Israel's borders as Palestinians mark Nakba Day.

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Foreign & Commonwealth Office and 皇冠体育app Rt Hon William Hague
Published
16 May 2011
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Foreign Secretary William Hague said:

鈥淚 am deeply concerned by the violence on Israel鈥檚 borders today and saddened by the loss of life. I call on all parties to exercise restraint and ensure that civilian life is protected. 皇冠体育appse developments make clearer than ever that a lasting and comprehensive resolution to the conflicts in the region is urgently needed and will only be achieved through negotiation.鈥�

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Published 16 May 2011