Sri Lanka calls for restraint
Sri Lanka is deeply concerned and disturbed at the recent serious
escalation of violence in Gaza and deeply regrets the loss of lives and
the suffering experienced by the people of Palestine, the External
Affairs Ministry said in a release yesterday.
“Sri Lanka strongly believes the use of force and militaristic
threats should be halted and that there is no alternative to the
peaceful resolution of the conflict through peace talks.
We call upon both the Israeli and Palestinian leaders to display
restraint and avoid civilian casualties. It is hoped that the parties
would continue to demonstrate leadership and political courage and keep
open the door to peace,” the release said. |