Or does this qualify as a "balanced" statement?
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Statement by Michael Ignatieff, Leader of the Official Opposition, on the situation in Israel and the Gaza Strip
I am greatly concerned by the deepening violence in Israel and the Gaza
Strip and the fear and suffering on all sides that this mounting
instability has caused.
The
Liberal Party of Canada unequivocally condemns the rocket attacks
launched by Hamas against Israeli civilians and calls for an immediate
end to these attacks. We affirm Israel's right to defend itself against
such attacks, and also its right to exist in peace and security.
We
regret the loss of life sustained on all sides of the conflict. We call
on all parties to end these hostilities, mindful that a durable
ceasefire will be necessary to prevent continued civilian casualties
and lasting damage to essential civilian infrastructure.
The
international community has a responsibility to ensure that the cost of
conflict is not borne by the innocent and Canada must stand ready to
assist and ensure that basic humanitarian assistance reaches those who
need it.
Our thoughts are with those in Israel and the Gaza
Strip whose lives are imperiled by the cycle of violence in the region.
In the midst of this crisis, we continue to stand for a peaceful
resolution. We firmly believe that the basis of this peace will be the
mutual recognition by both Israelis and Palestinians of two states,
living side by side in peace and security, with a full resolution of
the issue of refugees and settlements, as well as secure and
internationally recognized borders and boundaries.
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I already reprinted this piece of filth back here, unless you think it rates a separate thread.
There's already a thread going on this. Let's stick to already running threads instead of starting new ones. Thanks!
Yes, I know I'm supposed to be on holidays. :)