“Qatar condemns Israeli interception of Gaza-bound flotilla Qatar condemned the Israeli army’s interception of the Global Freedom Flotilla and the detention of activists aboard aid boats bound for Gaza, describing the operation as a “flagrant violation of international law, humanitarian values, and maritime security”. In a statement published on X, Qatar’s Foreign Ministry said the action further entrenched what it called the “unjust siege” on the Gaza Strip. The ministry said ongoing Israeli actions against Palestinians, including what it described as intimidation of solidarity activists, were worsening the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Qatar also called on the international community to pressure Israel to open border crossings, remove restrictions on aid deliveries, provide protection for Palestinians and immediately release activists detained after Israeli forces took control of the flotilla.
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