Brussels, 11/01/2001 (Agence Europe) - The Swedish Presidency made the following declaration on behalf of the European Union:
"The European Union notes with deep concern the attempted coup d'état on the night between 7 and 8 January.
The European Union calls on all parties to act responsibly and avoid all forms of violence.
It urges the Ivorian authorities to promote a spirit of national reconciliation and cohesion, necessary to counter increased tension that may be detrimental to the...