Norwegian Foreign Minister Jan Petersen condemns the terrorist attack in Tel Aviv

We strongly condemn yesterday’s terrorist attack in Tel Aviv, which according to preliminary reports killed and wounded several people,” said Foreign Minister Jan Petersen.

“The Palestinian authorities must do their utmost to prevent any more attacks. The terrorists responsible for yesterday’s attack must be found and brought to justice,” continued the Foreign Minister.

“We hope that the planned Israeli withdrawal from Gaza and the four settlements on the West Bank will give new momentum to the peace efforts in the Middle East. Fresh violence will certainly not contribute to rapid withdrawal,” concluded Mr Petersen.