City of York - Statement on Israel-Gaza Conflict

Tuesday, 10 October 2023 18:01

By Alexander Chadwick @thisisyo1

City of York's Lord Mayor, party leaders and Chief Operating Officer said:

“The loss of life in recent days in Israel and Gaza has been harrowing and we condemn the terrorism of Hamas and the loss of life in civilian populations across the region. We send our deepest condolences to every family who’ve lost loved ones and urge leaders in Israel and Palestine to do all they can to urgently de-escalate the situation and avoid further loss of life.

“We urge restraint from all parties involved in the conflict and respect for the Geneva Conventions.

“York has a proud history as both a Human Rights City and City of Sanctuary. We speak on behalf of our residents and communities to call out these atrocities and are lighting our walls blue in solidarity with everyone affected and as an internationally recognised symbol of peace”.

Cllr Cullwick, Lord Mayor of York
Cllr Douglas, Leader of the Council and Leader of the Labour Group
Cllr Ayre, Leader of the Liberal Democrat Group
Cllr Stewart, Leader of the Conservative Group
Ian Floyd, Chief Operating Officer City of York Council

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