February 09, 2006

Cartoon Issue Statement

by Commission Vice President Frattini. From the statement:

"However, I am not offering these common sense remarks with even the remotest intention of justifying the reactions that are currently being expressed against Denmark and others, including the European Union. Quite the contrary, it should be crystal clear to all that violence, intimidation, and the calls for boycotts or for restraints on the freedom of the press are completely unacceptable and will not bring about a constructive discussion between communities. Indeed, no dialogue is possible with those who would threaten fundamental human rights, nor with those who would resort to terror."

Posted by Karl-Friedrich Lenz at February 9, 2006 08:50 PM