Zimbabwe Calls For "Maximum Restraint" In Israel-Hamas Conflict
Zimbabwe has expressed concern over the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestinian militants which has resulted in the death of more than 1 000 people since Saturday.
Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel on Saturday morning, with its fighters entering communities near the Gaza Strip, killing hundreds of Israelis and taking dozens of hostages.
In response, Israel has pounded the Gaza Strip using fighter jets. Israel Defense Forces (IDF) international spokesperson Lt Col. Jonathan Conricus was quoted as saying they are committed to ensuring Hamas “doesn’t have any military capabilities” by the end of the war.
In a statement, Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade called for restraint on both sides to allow humanitarian workers access to those who have been injured and displaced. Reads the statement:
The Government of the Republic of Zimbabwe is closely following the developments in the Middle East and is deeply concerned at the ongoing fighting between Hamas and the Israeli army which has left more than 1000 people dead while several others have been displaced or injured.
Equally disturbing is the indiscriminate targeting of civilians especially women and children and the disproportionate use of force.
The Government of Zimbabwe urges all sides to exercise maximum restraint and allow humanitarian workers access to the injured and displaced.
We convey our deepest condolences to all those who lost their loved ones and wish the injured a speedy recovery.
These tragic developments, once again highlight the urgent need for the revival of the political process aimed at finding a durable and just solution that respects the right to self-determination of the Palestinian people as envisaged under the United Nations Resolutions.
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