Press Release No. 25

20 April, 2008

Statement by Official Spokesperson on resurgence of violence in Gaza

India is saddened at the upsurge of violence in Gaza over the past week which has led to the loss of many Palestinian and Israeli lives. Wilful damage caused to Gaza’s already fragile infrastructure facilities would only add to the difficulties that the people of the Gaza Strip continue to face. India remains firmly convinced that dialogue remains the only viable option that can effectively address the issues confronting the region and its people. We reiterate our call to all sides to abjure violence.

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