High Commission of India, Dhaka
August 01, 2006PRESS RELEASE
RESOLUTION ADOPTED IN THE INDIAN PARLIAMENT ON JULY 31, 2006 ON LEBANON
This House unanimously expresses its deep concern over the growing tension in India's extended neighbourhood of West Asia that has exacerbated an already complex and delicate situation in the region. It unequivocally condemns the large-scale and indiscriminate Israeli bombing of Lebanon that has been under way for many days, which has resulted in the killing and suffering of large number of innocent civilians, including women and children, and caused widespread damage to civilian infrastructure in Lebanon . This House conveys the deepest condolences, sympathy and support of the people of India to the people of Lebanon at this difficult time. The people of India are ready to make their contribution in providing humanitarian relief to the victims of this tragic conflict.
Deeply concerned over the escalation of this conflict which affects India 's security and other vital interests, this House calls for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire, so that further destruction of Lebanon is prevented, and urgently needed humanitarian assistance can reach the affected people. We urge all parties to the conflict to eschew violence and return to the path of dialogue. This House is of the firm view that lasting peace and security in the region, which is a matter of interest and concern not only to the countries of the region but to the whole world, can be achieved only through a negotiated and comprehensive solution to the problems of this region that takes into account the legitimate interests and grievances of all the parties concerned.
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