Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand (PFNZ)
The Palestine Forum of New Zealand (PFNZ) strongly endorses the Sumud Flotilla, a global civil society initiative sailing to break the illegal blockade on Gaza and deliver urgently needed humanitarian aid.
The flotilla embodies sumud, steadfastness in the face of genocide, siege, and collective punishment imposed on the Palestinian people. While governments around the world have failed to act decisively, ordinary people are uniting across continents to demand justice, freedom, and dignity for Palestinians.
The Palestine Forum of New Zealand calls on the Government of New Zealand to:
- Publicly support the Sumud Flotilla and affirm the right of safe passage to Gaza under international law.
- Demand that Israel end its illegal blockade of Gaza immediately.
- Join the growing number of countries implementing sanctions and accountability measures against Israel.
- Provide diplomatic protection and humanitarian backing to ensure the flotilla’s safe arrival in Gaza.
“Gaza has endured decades of siege, repeated bombardment, and now a genocidal war. The Sumud Flotilla is a beacon of hope that challenges impunity and demands action. New Zealand cannot remain silent; it must stand with the flotilla and with Palestine,” said [Spokesperson’s Name], on behalf of the Palestine Forum of New Zealand.
New Zealand has a proud record of moral leadership, from standing against apartheid in South Africa to declaring itself nuclear-free. It is time for our government to once again be on the right side of history and take urgent action to support the people of Gaza.
End the blockade. Support the flotilla. Stand with Palestine.
Maher Nazzal
Palestine Forum of New Zealand
