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Tuesday 22nd July 2014

(10 years, 4 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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John Bercow Portrait Mr Speaker
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Last but not least, I call Mr David Crausby.

David Crausby Portrait Mr David Crausby (Bolton North East) (Lab)
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What is the difference between a Russian Government who deserve sanctions for their involvement in bringing down MH17 and an Israeli Government who refuse to apologise for bombing hospitals and killing children who were playing football on the beach?

David Lidington Portrait Mr Lidington
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We have to look at each case on its merits. With regard to Russia, the Prime Minister made our position very clear in the House yesterday. The hon. Gentleman overlooks the fact that the desperate need in Gaza is for a ceasefire and a cessation of the appalling violence and loss of life among men, women and children on both sides. The sooner that happens, the better. Our diplomatic efforts are designed to help bring that about.