New Zealand's Foreign Minister Calls for Israeli Ambassador Over Gaza Flotilla Incident
Winston Peters asks MFAT to call in Israeli Ambassador over treatment of Gaza flotilla
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New Zealand's Foreign Minister Winston Peters has requested the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade to summon the Israeli Ambassador following the treatment of activists by Israeli forces during a Gaza flotilla. The incident involved violence against activists, including three New Zealanders, leading to injuries and hospitalizations.
- 01The Israeli Foreign Minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, published footage showing the abuse of detained activists.
- 02Three activists were hospitalized due to injuries sustained from Israeli security forces.
- 03The Global Sumud Flotilla reported that three New Zealanders were among those detained.
- 04Last year, New Zealand imposed a travel ban on Ben-Gvir for actions undermining peace efforts.
- 05Dozens of activists reportedly suffered injuries, including suspected broken ribs.
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New Zealand's Foreign Minister, Winston Peters, has formally requested the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade to call in the Israeli Ambassador. This action follows the release of footage by Israeli Foreign Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, which shows Israeli security forces abusing activists attempting to deliver aid to Gaza. Reports indicate that three activists were hospitalized due to injuries from the incident, while many others suffered serious injuries, including suspected broken ribs. Among those detained were three New Zealanders: Mousa Taher, Hāhona Ormsby, and Julien Blondel. Peters highlighted that New Zealand had previously imposed a travel ban on Ben-Gvir for actions that jeopardized peace and security in the region.
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This incident may affect New Zealand's diplomatic relations with Israel and influence public opinion regarding foreign policy.
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