Foreign ministers from 12 countries, including Pakistan, Türkiye, Brazil and South Africa, have condemned Israel’s raid on the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters, calling it a flagrant violation of international law and demanding the immediate release of detained humanitarian activists.

What is the Global Sumud Flotilla and what happened to it?

The Global Sumud Flotilla was a peaceful civilian humanitarian mission intended to draw international attention to the ongoing crisis in Gaza. Israeli forces intercepted and raided its vessels in international waters, detaining humanitarian activists on board.

The 12-nation joint statement described the raid as a serious violation of international law and international humanitarian law.

Which countries condemned the Israeli attack on the flotilla?

Foreign ministers from 12 countries issued a joint statement on Friday condemning the assault. The group included Pakistan, Türkiye, Brazil, Bangladesh, Spain, South Africa, and Jordan, among others.

The statement reflects growing international alarm over the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza and the treatment of civilian humanitarian missions.

What did the joint statement demand from Israel?

The ministers called the Israeli action a “flagrant violation” of international legal norms, noting that the vessels were attacked in international waters and that activists were unlawfully detained.

They expressed deep concern over the safety of those on board and urged Israeli authorities to ensure their safe and unconditional release without delay.

The statement also called on the broader international community to uphold its moral and legal responsibilities by protecting civilians, enforcing international law, and ensuring accountability for violations committed during the incident.