Dr. Aaron Lerner- IMRA: The wording of this Trump era Quartet statement
leaves open that Palestinians who die while trying to kill Israeli security
forces (participating in violent riots) have equal status as Israelis
murdered in their homes.
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Quartet Envoys' Joint Press Statement - July 22, 2017

Media Note

Office of the Spokesperson

Washington, DC

July 22, 2017
https://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2017/07/272809.htm

The Envoys of the Middle East Quartet from the Russian Federation, the
United States, the European Union and the United Nations are deeply
concerned by the escalating tensions and violent clashes taking place in and
around the Old City of Jerusalem.

They strongly condemn acts of terror, express their regret for all loss of
innocent life caused by the violence, and hope for a speedy recovery to the
wounded.

Noting the particular sensitivities surrounding the holy sites in Jerusalem,
and the need to ensure security, the Quartet Envoys call on all to
demonstrate maximum restraint, refrain from provocative actions and work
towards de-escalating the situation.

The Envoys welcome the assurances by the Prime Minister of Israel that the
status quo at the holy sites in Jerusalem will be upheld and respected.

They encourage Israel and Jordan to work together to uphold the status quo,
noting the special role of the Hashemite Kingdom as recognized in its peace
treaty with Israel.

The Quartet Envoys reiterate that violence deepens mistrust and is
fundamentally incompatible with achieving a peaceful resolution of the
Israeli-Palestinian conflict.