Diplomatic solution still possible in Mideast says G7

(ANSA) - ROME, OCT 2 - A diplomatic solution to the Middle East crisis is still possible, the Group of Seven said after a phone conference led by Premier and duty G7 chair Giorgia Meloni at Palazzo Chigi in Rome Wednesday, Chigi said.
    "In a constantly evolving scenario, it was agreed to work together to promote a reduction in tensions at a regional level, starting with the application of Resolution 2735 in Gaza and Resolution 1701 for the stabilization of the Israeli-Lebanese border", said the note from Palazzo Chigi after the emergency meeting of the G7 on the Middle East.
    "In expressing strong concern for the escalation of these last hours - the statement continues - it was reiterated that a conflict on a regional scale is in no one's interest and that a diplomatic solution is still possible".
    The leaders "agreed to remain in close contact". (ANSA).