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“We certainly welcomed his remarks and his sentiment … and it’s a reflection of, of course, the belief of many people in Israel that a two-state solution is the right outcome at the end of this process.”
“We immediately liked this new record idea … because talking about civics and talking about democracy is relevant for everybody in the world and the contribution we make is so important a topic for the young generation.”
“I want to congratulate the law enforcement authorities for their fight against the price tag phenomenon … We will deal uncompromisingly and severely with price tag criminals.”
“This is an ugly nationalist crime driven by hatred and intended to hurt our sensibilities, to incite violence and to undermine [peace] negotiations … The State of Israel is a state of laws, and our society is founded on democratic values of equality and tolerance. We are determined to keep it that way.”
[Kerry’s peace effort] “[C]omes at the behest of both sides – we, the Palestinians, the whole world … We thank him for his efforts … and we’re strengthening his hand and looking forward to positive results.”
“On Iran, Germany has been a steadfast partner in helping to achieve the interim nuclear deal with Iran. Frank-Walter and I want to see a comprehensive agreement – and we agree that to maximise the chances of achieving one, the EU needs to maintain pressure through robust enforcement of sanctions. We look forward to continuing our work together when the negotiations resume in a fortnight.” (During joint press conference with German Foreign Minister Steinmeier, 3/2/2014.)
“Attempts to impose a boycott on the state of Israel are immoral and unjust … Moreover, they will not achieve their goal. First, they cause the Palestinians to adhere to their intransigent positions and thus push peace further away. Second, no pressure will cause me to concede the vital interests of the state of Israel, especially the security of Israel’s citizens. For both of these reasons, threats to boycott the state of Israel will not achieve their goal.”