login
login

Europe Daily Bulletin No. 8114

16 December 2001
EUROPEAN COUNCIL MEETING IN LAEKEN 14 AND 15 DECEMBER 2001 / Declaration on the situation in the middle east

The extreme gravity of the situation in the Middle East requires each side to face up to its responsibilities: it is imperative to put an end to the violence.

The only basis for peace is UN Resolutions 242 and 338 and:

- reaffirmation and full recognition of Israel's inalienable right to live in peace and security within internationally recognised borders.

- the establishment of a viable, independent and democratic Palestinian state and an end to the occupation of Palestinian...