South Africa calls for the safe passage of the Global Sumud Flotilla

The Government of South Africa reiterates its call for the safe passage of the Global Sumud Flotilla, a civil society initiative aimed at delivering humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip and raising awareness about the urgent humanitarian needs of the Palestinian people and the need to stop the war in Gaza.

The government commends with appreciation the efforts of the twenty-three South African citizens aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla.

We further extend our gratitude to the governments that have facilitated the flotilla's safe passage amid complex circumstances.

South Africa calls upon the international community to intensify its efforts to ensure the flotilla's unimpeded and safe passage. It is imperative that the norms of international law and international humanitarian law are upheld, and that all parties respect their obligations to protect civilian lives and humanitarian missions.

Enquiries: Mr Chrispin Phiri, Spokesperson for the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation

ISSUED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND COOPERATION

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