Resolution of CESI’s Presidium on the escalation of the Israel-Palestinian conflict

Gravely shocked by the horrible attack on Israel launched by the terrorist organization Hamas and its supporters,

Appalled by the brutality and inconceivable contempt for human lives and dignity – even beyond death – of the aggression which cannot be justified by any means,

We, the members of the Presidium of the European Confederation of Independent Trade Unions (CESI),

• strongly and firmly condemn the despicable attacks of the terrorist organization Hamas against Israeli citizens and the Israelian armed forces,
• express our deepest compassion with all victims and affected people and our condolences towards their families and friends,
• stand with Israel and its undisputed right to self-defence, and united against the despicable evil displayed during the attack,
• insist that those who planned and executed the attacks on Israel must be brought to justice and held accountable for their crimes,
• demand that all hostages are returned immediately, without being further hurt and misused as human shields,
• urge all sides to act with moderation, to respect International Humanitarian Law, and to avoid civilian casualties.

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