Berlin: E3 leaders - Germany, UK and France underscored that the time has come to end the war in Gaza and the humanitarian catastrophe in the tiny strip and called for an immediate end to the conflict.
The declaration was shared by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Friday. In a post on X, he said, “The time has come to end the war in Gaza. We - France, the United Kingdom and Germany - urge all parties to bring an end to the conflict by reaching an immediate ceasefire”.
“A negotiated ceasefire is the best chance to bring the hostages home, end the anguish of their families and finally bring relief to the civilian population in Gaza,” leaders of the three European countries (E3) said in a joint statement.
They urged all parties to bring an end to the conflict by reaching an immediate ceasefire and called for the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages who have been held captive by Hamas since October 7, 2023.
They reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the diplomatic efforts of the United States, Qatar, and Egypt. “The disarmament of Hamas is imperative, and Hamas must have no role in the future of Gaza. We reaffirm our commitment to supporting the diplomatic efforts of the United States, Qatar, and Egypt,” read the statement.
It decried the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza, where the basic needs of the civilian population are not being met. (ANI)
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