Leaders reaffirm support for the reform program of
Prime Minister Mohammed Mustafa
Leaders call for greater regional and international backing of his government,
including the transfer of revenues withheld by Israel
PARIS, Friday, June 7, 2024 (WAFA) – In the margins of the celebration of the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, the leaders of Germany, the United Kingdom, the United States, and France reaffirmed their full support for the comprehensive deal outlined by President Biden that would lead to an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
Biden's proposal also calls for a substantial increase in humanitarian assistance for distribution throughout Gaza. This includes provisions for temporary shelters and aims for a lasting resolution to the crisis.
They emphasized that the deal further calls for the immediate refurbishment of essential services, including medical facilities, bakeries, electricity and water lines, clearing rubble, and setting conditions for a long-term reconstruction program.
The leaders reiterated their demand for the parties to implement the plan without further delay, so to ultimately bring an end to this war.
The four Heads of State and Government reiterated their commitment to a negotiated two-state solution, which remains the only viable solution to respond to the legitimate aspirations of the two peoples for peace and security.
They reaffirmed the legitimacy of the Palestinian aspirations for an independent State living in peace and security alongside Israel, and the need to mark out for a clear path in the direction. The Leaders stressed their unwavering commitment to Israel’s security.
They reaffirmed their support to the Palestinian Authority and for the reform program of Prime Minister Mohammed Mustafa, and called for greater regional and international backing of his government, including the transfer of revenues by the Israeli government.
In this regard, they underlined the need to restore a legitimate Palestinian governance in Gaza, with the appropriate international support. To that end, they stressed their determination to contribute to an international support effort to stabilization in Gaza, with a view to a long-term regional security for all, and ensuring that a crisis like this can never again recur.
The leaders also underlined the utmost importance of preserving the stability of Lebanon and their determination to combine their efforts in supporting de-escalation on the Blue Line consistent with UNSCR 1701. They called on all parties to exert maximum restraint to avoid further regional escalation.
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