Malaysia Demands Release Of Citizens, Condemns Israel’s Seizure Of Sumud Flotilla Bound For Gaza

Malaysia has condemned Israel’s interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters, calling it an “unlawful act” against unarmed civilians on a humanitarian mission. The seizure of the flotilla, which activists said carried food and medicine bound for Gaza, has drawn sharp criticism. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim confirmed that 23 Malaysians were among those detained when several of the vessels were stopped and redirected to an Israeli port.

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