The Government of Spain expresses its deep dismay and condemnation of the Israeli bombardment of southern and eastern Lebanon today, which has left hundreds dead, in response to Hezbollah's attacks on Israel over the weekend. The spiral of violence must stop.
War must be avoided at all costs. All parties must respect civilian lives and the basic principles of international humanitarian law. Tensions must be de-escalated and UN Security Council Resolution 1701 must be fully implemented.
An immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza is absolutely necessary to reduce regional tension.
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