针对当前的以色列和恐怖主义组织哈马斯的武装冲突,美国总统、加拿大总理、法国总统、德国总理、意大利总理、英国首相2023年10月22日发布联合声明,要点如下:
1. 重申支持以色列自卫的权利,敦促遵守国际人道主义法律,保护平民安全。
2. 敦促释放人质。
3. 赞扬人道主义救助货物卡车队得以开进加沙,表示将致力于持续保障加沙获得食物、水、医疗、以及其它人道援助。
4. 防止冲突蔓延,维护中东稳定,致力于政治解决方案(而不是军事解决方案)和达成持久和平。
President Joseph R. Biden, Prime Minister Trudeau of Canada, President Emmanuel Macron of France, Chancellor Olaf Scholz of Germany, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of Italy, and Prime Minister Rishi Sunak of the United Kingdom spoke regarding the ongoing conflict between Israel and the terrorist organization Hamas. The leaders reiterated their support for Israel and its right to defend itself against terrorism and called for adherence to international humanitarian law, including the protection of civilians. They welcomed the release of two hostages and called for the immediate release of all remaining hostages. They committed to close coordination to support their nationals in the region, in particular those wishing to leave Gaza.
The leaders welcomed the announcement of the first humanitarian convoys to reach Palestinians in need in Gaza and committed to continue coordinating with partners in the region to ensure sustained and safe access to food, water, medical care, and other assistance required to meet humanitarian needs. The leaders committed to continue close diplomatic coordination, including with key partners in the region, to prevent the conflict from spreading, preserve stability in the Middle East, and work toward a political solution and durable peace.