The bloc also reaffirmed its support for a negotiated two-state solution.
People in Gaza walk next to the buildings destroyed in Israeli airstrikes, Oct 18, 2023. SINGAPORE: The Association of Southeast Asian Nations on Friday called for the"immediate end" to the violence in the Middle East as
"We urge for the immediate end of violence to avoid further human casualties and call for the full respect of international humanitarian law," the bloc added.In response, Israel has laid siege to Gaza, carrying out waves of strikes on the Palestinian enclave, enforcing a blockade and massing troops on its border
It also reaffirmed its support for a negotiated two-state solution that would allow both Israelis and Palestinians to live side by side in peace and security"consistent with relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions".ASEAN also called on all parties to protect and ensure the safety and security of all civilians, as well as the release of all hostages.
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