By Marcus Moloko
President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday called on the government of Israel to release South Africans and other nationals allegedly abducted as part of Israeli authorities’ interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla.
South Africans who were on board the flotilla include Nkosi Zwelivelile “Mandla” Mandela, and Zukiswa Wanner and Reaaz Moolla. Confirmation is pending on the abduction of Zaheera Soomar, Fatima Hendricks, and Carrie Shelver.
“The interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla is another grave offence by Israel of global solidarity and sentiment that is aimed at relieving suffering in Gaza and advancing peace in the region.
“On behalf of our government and nation, I call on Israel to immediately release the South Africans abducted in international waters, and to release other nationals who have tried to reach Gaza with humanitarian aid.
“The interception of the flotilla in international waters is contrary to international law and violates the
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