Catherine Ashton, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/Vice President of the Commission, travels over the coming days to Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, Egypt, Israel and Palestine. Catherine Ashton: “This is a very timely visit to the region, coming against the backdrop of US efforts to restart Middle East peace talks. I will explore the possibility to further support these efforts and for the Israelis and Palestinians to re-engage in efforts towards a negotiated solution. I look forward to discussing how the European Union can continue to help the transition in Egypt. The visit will also give me the chance to underline the EU’s increased support for the all those affected by the fighting in Syria. I pay tribute to all neighbouring countries hosting Syrian refugees. I will also pass on our concern at the recent violence in Iraq and our desire to help Iraq get its transition back on track.” consilium.europa.eu/uedocs/cms_Data/docs/pressdata/EN/foraff/137502.pdf
Posted on: Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:43:51 +0000
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