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South Africa calls for ceasefire and Libya-owned and led process

South Africa calls for ceasefire and Libya-owned and led process

AFRICAN MIRROR REPORTER SOUTH Africa has expressed its deep concern at the prevailing security situation in Libya, saying the continued military confrontations and escalations, particularly in and around Sirte in recent weeks is of grave concern. In a special message delivered to the UN Security Council, the country’s permanent representative, Ambassador Jerry Matjila said SA calls on the parties to cease all hostilities with immediate effect and heed the calls for a permanent and lasting ceasefire.  Matjila said South Africa firmly believes the ceasefire will create an environment for inclusive dialogue to pave the way towards a Libyan-led, Libyan-owned political…
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‘UN Security Council must act against Israel’s violations and illegal actions’

‘UN Security Council must act against Israel’s violations and illegal actions’

JERRY MATJILA  WE are meeting here today, as we do every month to discuss the situation in the Middle East, including the question of Palestine. Unfortunately, there is very little progress in resolving this conflict despite the continued and necessary focus on this conflict that has spanned over seven decades. Month after month we have heard of continued settlement activity in the occupied Palestinian territory, we have heard of the seizure and demolitions of Palestinian land, we have heard of the continued violations of the rights of the Palestinian people and the rejection of the internationally recognised parameters for direct…
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