Letter to Bernie Grant from Afif Safieh

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This letter, dated February 24, 1992, is addressed to Bernie Grant, then Member of Parliament, from Afif Safieh, Head of the Palestine Liberation Organisation's (PLO) delegation to the United Kingdom. The letter expresses gratitude for Grant's longstanding support for peace in the Middle East and justice for the Palestinian people. It also offers ongoing communication and updates regarding the peace process.

Key points:
– The letter acknowledges Bernie Grant's consistent concern for Middle East peace and Palestinian justice.
– It is sent by Afif Safieh, Head of the PLO delegation in London.
– The communication dates from February 24, 1992.
– The letter offers to provide updates about the progress or lack thereof in the peace process.
– Contact details for the PLO London office are included, emphasizing open communication.

Bernie Grant was a prominent Black British MP known for his internationalist outlook and solidarity with global struggles against oppression. This letter illustrates the connections between Black British political figures and international movements such as the Palestinian cause, reflecting Grant's commitment to solidarity with marginalized communities worldwide.

Source note: The OCR transcript contains minor typographical irregularities typical of digitised archival documents, but the core content remains clear and accurate.