HIGHLIGHTS OF THE NOON BRIEFING

BY THE SPOKESPERSON FOR THE SECRETARY-GENERAL


SPOKESPERSON MARTIN NESIRKY

U.N. HEADQUARTERS, NEW YORK

Friday, June 25, 2010
 

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SECRETARY-GENERAL REMAINS HOPEFUL FOR POSITIVE RESPONSE TO INQUIRY PROPOSAL

  • Asked about the  proposal for an international investigation into the 31 May incident involving a flotilla headed for Gaza, the Spokesperson said that the proposal remains on the table and the Secretary-General looks forward to a swift and positive response from the Israelis. He noted that, under that proposal, Turkish and Israeli involvement would be critical.
     
  • In response to a question, the Spokesperson said that it was encouraging that there has been a shift in Israel’s approach on the question of goods going into Gaza, but added that it was crucial to see how that shift would be implemented.
     
  • Asked about ships intended to carry aid into Gaza, he noted that the Quartet, in its recent , urged all those wishing to deliver goods to do so through established channels. The Quartet emphasized that there is no need for unnecessary confrontations.
     
  • Nesirky added that it was important for proximity talks to continue.

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Document Type: Highlights of the Noon Briefing
Document Sources: Secretary-General
Subject: Closures/Curfews/Blockades, Gaza Strip, Humanitarian relief, Legal issues, NGOs/Civil Society
Publication Date: 25/06/2010