The civil ships of the Global Sumud Flotilla, who transported humanitarian aid fundamental to the Palestinian population, were intercepted and blocked in international waters a few miles from Gaza. This act, in addition to representing a violation of international law, has raised a wave of concern, especially for the safety of the volunteers on board, including Amajou.
The arrest of AB Amajou
Abderrahmane Amajou has decided to personally participate in this mission on the Boat Paola1, choosing to fight to break the siege imposed by Israel and to bring help to the population of Gaza. It is not yet known whether the president of Actionid is unknown, but the act of courage he has made was praised by all those who support the cause of peace and solidarity.
The criminalization of humanitarian help has reached a new, disturbing peak with the intervention of the Israeli armed forces against unarmed ships. According to Actioniid, this act is not only shameful, but will not be able to stop the growing global request to put an end to the tragedy that the Palestinian population is affecting. The protest voices are rising all over the world, also in Italy, where groups of activists continue to manifest against the impotence of the international community in the face of the crisis in Gaza.
The silence of the Italian authorities: an irresponsible choice
Actonoid also harshly criticized the decision of the two frigates of the Italian Navy, who accompanied the Global Sumud Flotilla to Palestine up to the limit imposed by Israel, and then moved away without guaranteeing adequate support for the mission. It is not acceptable that Italy has not done everything possible to protect Italian citizens involved in this peace operation. Actonoid urgently asks the Italian government to guarantee diplomatic and consular protection to the Italian citizens involved and to bring them back to healthy and save in the shortest possible time.
The continuous commitment of Actionaid
Despite the obstacles, Actionaid does not stop. The organization is actively committed to guaranteeing the help and defense of fundamental rights in Palestine, working for years in Gaza and in the occupied territories of the West Bank with its local staff and with associations of women, young people and activists. Every day, their humanitarian intervention continues, carried out by people who, like the Palestinians, are affected by hunger and suffering, but do not stop fighting for justice.
The Global Sumud Flotilla and its message of peace cannot be canceled by the Armed Forces. The action of the Flotilla has kept the international attention on the humanitarian crisis high that afflicts Gaza and underlined the need for urgent intervention. Solidarity with the Palestinian population will never stop, and the request for a ceasefire and an end of the violence remains stronger than ever.
International solidarity grows
The mission of the Global Sumud Flotilla, even if hindered, has created a global mobilization that will not stop. More and more people all over the world come together to ask for justice, peace and respect for human rights. Actonoid is determined to continue its struggle, with the hope that the voice of the international community will finally make a difference.
