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Written question asked by Douglas Ross (Conservative) on Wednesday, 3 July 2019, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 8 July 2019. It was answered by Andrew Murrison (Conservative) on Friday, 12 July 2019 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Palestinians: Politics and Government

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what recent assessment he has made of the implications of fighting between Hamas and Fatah for a two-state solution between Israel and the Palestinians.

Answer

The UK views the Palestinian Authority (PA) as the legitimate representatives of the Palestinian people. We are supportive of Fatah-Hamas reconciliation attempts, and of the PA returning to resume government functions in Gaza. The UK will continue to urge the parties to prioritise progress towards reaching a durable solution and to take the necessary practical steps towards a two-state solution.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
272916
Session
2017-19
Subjects
Politics and government Israel Palestine Peace negotiations Hamas Fatah
Link
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