The Cabinet today appealed to both Britain and Argentina to halt the war in the South Atlantic.
A statement issued after today’s Cabinet Meeting, reportedly prepared in advance by Premier Menachem Begin, said: “The government of Israel expresses its deep concern in connection with the hostilities at sea. in the air and on land in the Falkland Islands — the Malvinas — and the tragic casualties caused by them.
“Israel appeals to the parties to cease fire and to make an effort in order to bring about by peaceful means a solution to this bloody conflict which endangers world peace.”
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