Brussels, 06/01/2012 (Agence Europe) - On Thursday 5 January, EU High Representative for Foreign Policy Catherine Ashton “reiterated her call on all Iraqi political groups to engage in an inclusive and genuine dialogue - whether in the form of a 'National Conference' or otherwise - in order to address their differences. A government which can demonstrate national unity, inclusiveness and effectiveness is now essential to avoid a return to the vicious cycle of violence that everyone hopes will remain firmly consigned to Iraq's past.”
A spokesperson explained that Ashton “strongly condemns the latest wave of ruthless violence in Iraq. She deplores the death and destruction caused by these acts of terrorism, which can only exacerbate an already fragile political situation.”
On Thursday, more than 60 people were killed and many others injured in several terrorist attacks on the Shia community in Iraq. (CG/transl.fl)