Resolution on the recent developments in the Eastern Mediterranean

Liberal International Executive Committee in Berlin:

• Deplores the use of force by Israeli commandos in stopping the flotilla carrying aid to Gaza
• Deplores the violence caused by some activists on board of the flotilla
• Expresses shock at the resultant deaths and injuries aboard the Turkish-flagged Mavi Marmara, and at the treatment of the crew and passengers.

– Demands the restoration of liberty of the Israeli Arabs who have been on board the flotilla

– Supports the UN Security Council’s call for a prompt, impartial, credible and transparent inquiry into this violent clash between Israeli armed forces and activists to avoid immense further damage to both Israel’s reputation and its security

– the inquiry must fully examine the actions of all parties, including claims of weapons possession, and establish the precise facts and responsibility for the chain of events, and report for consideration to the Security Council

– Strongly calls on the Middle East quartet, and the US government in particular, to urge all parties to return to the Road Map and observe international law.