By KUNA,
Cairo : German Foreign Minister Frank Steinmeier on Saturday expressed his conviction that the UN Security Council resolution 1860, despite its importance, is not enough alone to create the conditions necessary for its effective implementation.
In a statement to the press after meeting President Hosni Mubarak, the German minister urged for a speedy action now in order to provide the necessary conditions for the cessation of hostilities on the ground, describing the decision as “a correct step” on the path to a cease-fire.
He pointed out that the humanitarian situation requires everyone to work together to provide the conditions and requirements necessary to achieve a permanent, effective and quick ceasefire with the help of all European and international partners.
Steinmeier expressed the hope of achieving the sought development rapidly, indicating that his meetings in the Egyptian capital will include Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, Egyptian Foreign Minister Ahmed Abul-Gheit and Secretary General of the League of Arab States Amr Moussa.
He also stressed the continuation of contacts and consultations between his country and Egypt “at the highest levels,” particularly in the past period to create the necessary conditions for adopting a resolution from the Security Council in this regard.