swiss MP Nik Gugger Addressing the European Council today, I expressed my deep concern about the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Herr Nik Gugger: Addressing the European Council today, I expressed my deep concern about the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. 

Address by Nik Gugger on the Israel-Gaza Conflict

Nik Gugger begins their address by acknowledging the chairman and the audience, revealing their personal connection to the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. They mention that their cousins from Israel have been drafted to defend their country, causing them great distress.

Condolences and Denouncement (0:18 - 0:51):

Gugger expresses sympathy for all victims, hostages, and their families, emphasizing their deep concern due to a cousin's death in the Lebanese war 20 years ago. They strongly condemn the violation of international law committed with immense brutality and disregard for civilian lives, referring to it as an act of pure terrorism with no justification.

Call for Ceasefire (0:52 - 1:12):

Gugger calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities to prevent further violence and suffering. They stress the need for the condemnation and sanctioning of the violations of international law and the heinous acts committed by Hamas against the Israeli civilian population.

The Nature of Hamas (1:13 - 1:45):

Gugger acknowledges the complex history and diverse opinions surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict but shifts their focus to the actions of Hamas. They assert that Hamas is a terrorist organization that aims to terrorize and must be banned. They express concern about the potential importation of the conflict into the societies of European Council member states, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding minority rights, inclusivity, and the rule of law to prevent violent polarization.

Questioning Palestinian Government's Stance (1:47 - 2:19):

Gugger addresses a specific question to Mr. Sabella, asking whether the Palestinian government is willing to unequivocally distance itself from Hamas. This reflects their concern about the potential influence of the conflict on European Council member states and the need for clear positions regarding Hamas.

Closing Remarks (2:19 - 2:29):

In conclusion, Nik Gugger thanks the audience and calls for collective efforts to make the world more peaceful by rejecting terrorism unequivocally.

This transcript summary highlights Nik Gugger's personal connection to the conflict, their condolences, condemnation of terrorism, and call for a ceasefire. It also emphasizes their concern about the impact of the conflict on European societies and the importance of distancing from Hamas for a peaceful resolution.

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