Written question asked by Louise Ellman (Labour) on Tuesday, 13 June 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 22 June 2000. It was answered by Lord Hain (Labour) on Thursday, 22 June 2000 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what representations he has made on the protection of civilians in South Lebanon following the Israeli withdrawal.

Answer: Mrs. Ellman: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what representations he has made on the protection of civilians in South Lebanon following the Israeli withdrawal. [126438] Mr. Hain: My right hon. Friend the Foreign Secretary and I have publicly called on all parties to exercise restraint. We have also, privately, raised our concerns with Lebanese, Syrian and Israeli leaders during recent visits to their countries. We continue to work hard with the UN to maximise calm and stability.

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