Gravely shocked by the horrible attack on Israel launched by the terrorist organization Hamas and its supporters,

Appalled by the brutality and inconceivable contempt for human lives and dignity – even beyond death – of the aggression which cannot be justified by any means,

We, the members of the Presidium of the European Confederation of Independent Trade Unions (CESI),

• strongly and firmly condemn the despicable attacks of the terrorist organization Hamas against Israeli citizens and the Israelian armed forces,
• express our deepest compassion with all victims and affected people and our condolences towards their families and friends,
• stand with Israel and its undisputed right to self-defence, and united against the despicable evil displayed during the attack,
• insist that those who planned and executed the attacks on Israel must be brought to justice and held accountable for their crimes,
• demand that all hostages are returned immediately, without being further hurt and misused as human shields,
• urge all sides to act with moderation, to respect International Humanitarian Law, and to avoid civilian casualties.

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