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Andrew Percy Excerpts
Tuesday 22nd July 2014

(9 years, 9 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Tobias Ellwood Portrait Mr Ellwood
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I was hoping not to have to say this, but if I may, I will write to the hon. Gentleman with the details. I hope to be able to assure him that there have been no such cases, but I will certainly write to him with more details.

Andrew Percy Portrait Andrew Percy (Brigg and Goole) (Con)
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What assessment has the Minister made of the double war crime perpetrated by Hamas with regard to not only hiding themselves and their weaponry among the civilian population, but deliberately targeting and desiring the murder of innocent Israelis?

Tobias Ellwood Portrait Mr Ellwood
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I mentioned earlier the important role that Hamas can play in organising and agreeing to a ceasefire. Unfortunately, it is the case that it has used some of its weapon systems in civilian areas, which has led to too many deaths. As we have said again and again, I hope that all parties can now come to an agreement on a ceasefire, led by the Egyptians.