FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Nov. 14, 2012
Contact: Deanna Congileo, dcongil@emory.edu

Carter Center Calls for End to Gaza Violence

ATLANTA….The Carter Center condemns rocket fire from Gaza against Israeli communities, the assassination of Ahmed Jabari, head of the Hamas military wing, and other targeted attacks in Gaza.

"Both sides should cease all hostilities," said former President Jimmy Carter.  "Israel should end its blockade of Gaza, and Western  countries should work to facilitate reconciliation between Hamas and their Palestinian rival, Fatah.  As long as Gaza remains isolated, the situation in and around Gaza will remain volatile."

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