Asian Activists Set Sail for Largest-Ever Gaza Aid Flotilla
A coalition of activists from 44 countries aims to break Israel's blockade of food and medical aid to Gaza.
Asian activists are preparing to embark on the Global Sumud Flotilla, a maritime mission consisting of an international fleet aiming to reach Gaza by sea in order to challenge Israel's ongoing blockade.
This initiative is led by the Sumud Nusantara coalition, which includes Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Maldives, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Pakistan.
The flotilla will launch convoys from Spanish ports starting on August 31, with additional departures planned from Tunisia and other countries in early September.The Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) is a coordinated effort involving mostly small vessels carrying humanitarian aid.
This mission marks the largest civilian maritime endeavor to reach Gaza, garnering support from various countries and emphasizing a unified call for Israel to end its blockade.
The blockade has resulted in severe food shortages and malnutrition within Gaza, where more than 514,000 people are suffering from famine according to UN assessments.Activists emphasize that their mission is non-violent and aimed at drawing attention to the plight of Palestinians in Gaza.
They aim to pressure governments and international communities to intervene and compel Israel to lift its blockade, which they argue constitutes an act of genocide.
The Indonesian journalist Nurhadis expressed concern over the use of starvation as a weapon against Palestinians, highlighting the urgency of their mission.The Sumud Nusantara initiative is supported by various organizations and activists who are set to gather in Kuala Lumpur this weekend for a ceremonial send-off led by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
This event underscores the global nature of the movement and its potential to inspire further support, not only within Muslim communities but across religious lines as well.Philippine activist Drieza Lininding emphasizes that the cause extends beyond mere religious divides, appealing to Filipinos to unite in their solidarity with Palestinians based on shared human values.
The mission's focus remains on raising awareness about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and encouraging international action to address this issue.
This initiative is led by the Sumud Nusantara coalition, which includes Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Maldives, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Pakistan.
The flotilla will launch convoys from Spanish ports starting on August 31, with additional departures planned from Tunisia and other countries in early September.The Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) is a coordinated effort involving mostly small vessels carrying humanitarian aid.
This mission marks the largest civilian maritime endeavor to reach Gaza, garnering support from various countries and emphasizing a unified call for Israel to end its blockade.
The blockade has resulted in severe food shortages and malnutrition within Gaza, where more than 514,000 people are suffering from famine according to UN assessments.Activists emphasize that their mission is non-violent and aimed at drawing attention to the plight of Palestinians in Gaza.
They aim to pressure governments and international communities to intervene and compel Israel to lift its blockade, which they argue constitutes an act of genocide.
The Indonesian journalist Nurhadis expressed concern over the use of starvation as a weapon against Palestinians, highlighting the urgency of their mission.The Sumud Nusantara initiative is supported by various organizations and activists who are set to gather in Kuala Lumpur this weekend for a ceremonial send-off led by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
This event underscores the global nature of the movement and its potential to inspire further support, not only within Muslim communities but across religious lines as well.Philippine activist Drieza Lininding emphasizes that the cause extends beyond mere religious divides, appealing to Filipinos to unite in their solidarity with Palestinians based on shared human values.
The mission's focus remains on raising awareness about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and encouraging international action to address this issue.
