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SA welcomes adoption of UN resolution on Palestinian events

21st May 2004

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The South African government on Thursday welcomed the adoption of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1544 (2004) on the events in Gaza, Palestine on Wednesday.

"The resolution, which expresses grave concern at the demolition of homes in Gaza by Israel, condemns the killing of Palestinian civilians and calls upon the government of Israel to respect its obligations in terms of international humanitarian law, is indeed a welcome development,” said Deputy foreign affairs minister Aziz Pahad.

"The killing of 24 Palestinian civilians, by missile and tank fire, during a peaceful demonstration in Rafah Refugee Camp, Gaza on Wednesday, 19 May 2004 gives greater urgency to this resolution."

The South African government also condemned the attack on the refugee camp as a "shocking disregard for human life".

"As reflected in the statements made during the Security Council debate, 'the events in Gaza have not served the purposes of peace and security' for Israel."

He said that although the Israelis also had "legitimate" security concerns, it had to be dealt with within the "context of international and humanitarian law.

"The volatile and dangerous situation demands that the United Nations urgently consider sending observers to the region to prevent a human catastrophe."

The government again called on the leaderships of both nations to remain committed to "their obligations as spelt out in the Road Map". - Sapa
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