Ashton, European Parliament at odds over legality of Israel's detention of Palestinians

EU foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton contradicts July parliament resolution that Israel must 'put an end' to all administrative detention.

By Amira Hass | 17:41 15.07.12 |

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The European Parliament and EU foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton are at odds over the legality of Israel's practice of administrative detention.

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When Jews are sitting in Palestinian jails for their crimes committed against Palestinians thats when it is legal
- By Reuben of NYC
- 16 Jul 2012
- 10:41AM
Till that time the Jews have no right arresting anyone outside of their territory.
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How come you are so concerned about Israel all the time
- By Mira
- 15 Jul 2012
- 06:27PM
administrative detentions happen all over the world, especially for instance in the region in Turkey, your favorite!
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  Administrative attention
  - By JoeUSA
  - 15 Jul 2012
  - 11:23PM
  is immoral where ever it happens and for whatever reason. w/o judicial process , anyone can be the victim of such inhumane policies. It should be opposed , whenever and wherever it happens...
  
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Not surprising, just look how she have a pro-israel view on palestinians, iranians.
- By Trey
- 15 Jul 2012
- 06:05PM
No wonder there is no peace when EU, US are buddies with netanyahu.
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