The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates welcomes the establishment of the Hague Group and its historic declaration,
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates welcomes the establishment of the Hague Group and its historic declaration, adopted this Friday after close consultations with Palestine. This declaration ushers an important development in the collective work of states and world leaders to protect and promote international law and institutions at a time when they are under grave threat.
Accountability is the cornerstone of justice and the Hague Group has committed itself to achieving both in Palestine in order to protect and preserve the foundations of the law-based international order. Such a principled and courageous commitment stems from the members’ profound commitment to the core values embodied in international law, which reject exceptionalism and impunity as hallmarks of lawlessness and global stability. This declaration is very timely, coming at a time when some international actors threaten to unravel the entire international system to preserve Israeli exceptionalism, criminality, and impunity. This dangerous campaign is a threat to global stability. It cannot be ignored. It must not be allowed to prevail.
Palestine will continue to stand firm in defense of these values, which reflect the Palestinian people’s core values. Accountability for all crimes and criminals is humanity’s only hope to preserve itself. Palestine will work with all partners to that end and invites all states sharing our commitment to join this important global coalition for justice.