London Urges Palestinians, Israelis to Continue Negotiations, Put End to Violence

Published October 5th, 2000 - 02:00 GMT
Al Bawaba
Al Bawaba

British Foreign Office Minister, Peter Hain has urged Palestinians and Israelis to continue peace negotiations and put an end to the deadly clashes that have claimed the lives of more than 70, and left thousands injured, reported Kuwait News Agency (KUNA). 

Hain’s remarks came after a meeting with Palestinian Minister of Planning and Regional Cooperation, Nabil Shaath, said the agency. 

"The situation should be managed sensibly in the run-up to tomorrow's Friday prayers to ensure no confrontation between the two sides," the foreign office spokesman said.  

The British minister also called on both sides to observe the ceasefire, which has been agreed on Wednesday morning, KUNA added – Albawaba.com 

 

 

 

 

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