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PES strongly condemns killing of Egyptian activist Shaimaa al-Sabbagh
On the 25th of January 2011, we were all wakened up by an unprecedented mobilisation of thousands of peaceful and hopeful Egyptians who, through the streets of Cairo, conquered Tahrir Square demanding freedom and democracy for their country. Since that day many events have shaped the country and the whole region, both for the best and for the worst – the last one being the killing of 32-year old socialist activist Shaimaa al-Sabbagh.
PES President condemns brutal attack at French magazine office
In reaction to the terrorist attack on Charlie Hebdo magazine today, killing at least 12 people, PES President Sergei Stanishev stated: “Today is a dark day for freedom of the press. This dreadful attack is a terrible blow to democracy, and our thoughts are with the victims, their families and all the others caught up in this tragic attack. The perpetrators of these cowardly murders must be caught and brought before justice without delay”.
European Parliament resolution on recognition of Palestine statehood “a significant step on the road to peace”, says PES President
Today, the European Parliament passed a resolution that supports ‘in principle recognition of Palestinian statehood and the two state solution’ as part of peace talks in the region. The Party of European Socialists (PES) has welcomed the resolution and the constructive approach taken by the large majority who supported this initiative, which highlights the significance of the European Union as a positive actor in the peace process.
PES Delegation in Israel and Palestine: “Restarting the peace process is our priority”
The European socialist family wants the EU to play a positive role, to be a player and not only a payer, in order to restart the Peace process. The PES delegation carried this message towards our partners in Israel and Palestine.
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