Statement on the arrest and detention of Gerry Adams in Northern Ireland

Published on Friday, 02 May 2014 18:53

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STATEMENT BY ALEXIS TSIPRAS

ON THE ARREST AND DETENTION OF GERRY ADAMS

IN NORTHERN IRELAND

The arrest and detention of Gerry Adams, leader of Sinn Fein and pioneer of the peace process in Northern Ireland, is a politically inflammatory act against democracy and the fragile peace and normality in the area.

Adams’ arrest is of concern to all of Europe.

He does not stand alone, though. In addition to the support of the Greek people, he has the support of every democratic citizen across Europe who despises scapegoat politics and opportunistic pre-electoral actions, in an attempt to influence the local and European elections of May 23^rd in Ireland.

As President of SYRIZA and candidate on behalf of the European Left for President of the European Commission, I ask for the immediate and unconditional release of Gerry Adams.