Statements made by the Ministry of Foreign and European Spokesperson (Paris, July 29, 2009)

Spain / Attack
Haiti
France / Israel


Spain
/ Attack

France utterly condemns today’s car bomb attack on a civil guard barracks in Burgos.

In the face of this despicable, heinous act, it expresses its heartfelt sympathy to the injured and their families. It assures the Spanish authorities of its wholehearted solidarity.

Spain can count on France’s resolute support in its battle against terrorism

Haiti

We were shocked to learn that a boat has capsized off the coast of the Turks and Caicos Islands with over 80 passengers of Haitian nationality reported missing.

This disaster calls to mind the tragedy of the “boat people” and the human slave trade carried out in the Caribbean by traffickers risking the deaths of the families entrusting their lives to them.

Under these tragic circumstances, Frances extends its sincere condolences to the bereaved. It expresses its sympathy and solidarity with the people and authorities of Haiti.

France / Israel

Do you provide financial support to the organization “ Breaking the silence” in Israel? Any comment on the Israeli government’s reaction concerning European aid to this organization?

“Breaking the silence” receives no financial backing from France.

I haven’t seen the Israeli reaction you’re referring to and have no comment on the choices of our European partners with respect to NGOs./.