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Written question asked by Marquess of Lothian (Conservative) on Tuesday, 22 July 2014, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 5 August 2014. It was answered by Baroness Warsi (Conservative) on Wednesday, 30 July 2014 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Middle East

Question

To ask Her Majesty’s Government what discussions they have had with Hamas over the last three weeks regarding brokering a ceasefire with Israel.

Answer

The Government's policy towards Hamas is clear - the UK does not talk to Hamas, which is a proscribed terrorist organisation.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL1407
Session
2014-15
Subjects
Israel Palestine Middle East Peace negotiations Gaza Hamas
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk