The Department of Foreign Affairs learned with shock yesterday of yet another bomb attack in Israel, this time in the northern city of Hadera. The Department wishes to extend its sincere wishes for the speedy recovery of those hurt in the blast. This attack is to be deplored and is all the more objectionable since innocent civilians are once again made to pay the price for the pursuit of an agenda which also harms the broader interests of all the people in the region.
Whatever the motive behind this cowardly attack, South Africa calls upon all parties concerned to deny the enemies of peace an opportunity to hinder progress towards a just and lasting solution, by remaining steadfast in their commitment to the peace process.
Issued by: Department of Foreign Affairs
Pretoria
19 JANUARY 2000