DiEM25 vehemently condemns the abduction of the members aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla by Israeli forces. We demand their immediate and unconditional release, and we hold the Israeli state fully responsible for any harm that occurs during their detention.

Among those seized are courageous humanitarians, some of whom are our own DiEM25 members – doctors, journalists, activists, parliamentarians – volunteers who put their lives on the line to break the siege of Gaza. Their capture is a brazen assault on the principles of international law, humanitarian aid, and the right to dissent.

This abduction constitutes a violation of the sovereignty of international waters and an act of piracy under international law.

It is a crime to obstruct a peaceful humanitarian mission whose aim is to deliver vital assistance to a besieged population.

The detention of these people sends a chilling message: that those who stand up to injustice may be punished, silenced, or criminalised, even when their mission is one of compassion.

We call on governments, international organisations, civil society, and individuals everywhere to demand the immediate and safe release of every person abducted on the flotilla, with full protection of their dignity, safety, and rights.

To our DiEM25 members taken hostage: we stand with you. We pledge to amplify your voice, press for your freedom, and continue this mission until Gaza is free.

DiEM25 remains resolute: we will not be intimidated, we will not back down, and we will continue to demand justice, freedom and equality for Palestine, until oppression is dismantled and human dignity is restored.

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