Statement by the Indian External Affairs Ministry’s Official Spokesperson in response to a questions on the current situation in Palestine

22 June 2007

In response to questions on the current situation in Palestine, the Official Spokesperson said that the situation in Palestine had become complex and expressed the hope that it would be resolved soon for a return to normalcy. While referring to the newly constituted government of the Palestine National Authority under the leadership of President Abu Mazen, hope was expressed that it would achieve the goal of helping a peaceful and negotiated resolution of all problems, including the Palestine-Israel conflict using the elements of the Roadmap, and the Arab Peace Initiative. The need of the hour was to work towards meeting the legitimate aspirations of all the people of Palestine, including their right to live in peace with their neighbours, within secure and recognized international borders.

New Delhi

June 22, 2007

Ministry of External Affairs

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