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When democracy engenders an unwanted result, there is a temptation to condemn the idea that such an outcome can happen. This is understandable, but of little value. What democracy must strive to do is to act effectively to stop people from joining such movements.
What is far from certain is that there is democracy in Palestine, regardless of the regular elections that have taken place, and this is where our concerns should lie. Democracy and the rule of law, which imply
peaceful coexistence with other countries, not wishing to destroy one’s neighbours and, obviously, eliminating terrorism, must be the cornerstone of our policy in relation to this part of the world.
Irrespective of the current nature of the movement that has won the Palestinian election, the important thing now is to demand that the government-elect of the Palestinian Authority respect international agreements and uphold the principles required for the peaceful coexistence of the two countries, without which it will be impossible to help the Palestinians. Despite the fact that this result reflects the will of the people, the potential consequences remain very serious."@en1
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