FSWC Condemns today's terror attack in Jerusalem in which an Israeli civilian and a police officer were murdered by a Palestinian terrorist. According to reports, Hamas, an organization recognized by Canada as a terrorist group, praised the shooting, calling it “heroic”, “brave” and a “natural response to the occupation,”. Israel strives to build a safe and inclusive environment for all its residents. Unfortunately, hate and intolerance promoted by Palestinian factions continues to intrude on aspirations of peace and hope. FSWC sympathizes with the loss of innocent lives in Israel and calls on the Palestinian Authority to immediately condemn this latest attack.
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