§ 107. Mr. Zilliacusasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether he will make further representations to Israel and her Arab neighbours drawing attention to the terms of paragraph 3 of the joint British, United States and French declaration of 25th May, 1950, on the maintenance of peace and stability in the Middle East, and reaffirming that Her Majesty's Government remain determined to oppose and resist the use or threat of force between any of the States in that area in violation of existing frontiers or armistice lines.
§ Mr. TurtonHer Majesty's Government have publicly reaffirmed on numerous occasions their intention to stand by their obligations under the Tripartite Declaration. I am satisfied that Israel and her Arab neighbours are already fully aware of Her Majesty's Government's position and that further representations are not called for.
§ 108. Mr. A. Hendersonasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs what information is in the possession of Her Majesty's Government indicating the willingness or otherwise of the Government of Israel to enter into direct talks with her Arab neighbours.
§ Mr. TurtonThe Government of Israel have often stated publicly that they are willing to enter into direct talks with their Arab neighbours.