Britain: We will not stay silent on conditions in territories

RAMALLAH - 15 December 2018: The British government will not stay silent on the ongoing Israeli attacks on the occupied Palestinian territories especially those which are under the control of the Palestinian Authority (PA), said the British cabinet spokesman for the Middle East and North Africa Edwin Samuel.

During an interview with Palestine TV, Samuel stressed that the PA is the legitimate authority for stability and security in the region, noting that Britain represented by its cabinet and ministers urges the Israelis to stop their violations.

Concerning the extremist calls launched by settlers to assassinate Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, Samuel asserted that Abbas is the legitimate leader of Palestine who should be protected.