Communiqué du Bord of Deputies of British Jews

Dans un communiqué, le Board of Deputies of British Jews a rappelé que le vote à la Chambre des Communes ne portait que sur une déclaration d'intention qui ne dit rien du moment où sera reconnu l'Etat palestinien. "Une paix juste et durable dans la région, fondée sur la reconnaissance et le respect mutuels, ne peut être réalisée que par des négociations", a rappelé le Board. Cette conviction est celle que partage la grande majorité des députés britanniques.

The Board of Deputies and the vast majority of British Jews support a two-states solution, in line with Israeli and British Government policy. This evening’s vote was a statement of intent, which says nothing about the timing for recognition of Palestinian statehood. We understand, therefore, the desire of some MPs to use it to express their support for a two-states solution, although we are concerned that the vote will be misused to undermine meaningful negotiations.

"Ultimately, a just and sustainable peace for the region, based on mutual recognition and respect, can only be achieved through negotiations.  As a result, we believe that the vast majority of British MPs - however they voted tonight - will continue to support and press for the speedy resumption of the peace process and we support that objective.