Reports indicate that Israeli occupation forces intercepted several vessels of the Global Sumud Flotilla on Wednesday night, 1 October 2025. According to Guillaume de Bassompierre, press officer for the Thousand Madleens to Gaza, this action was expected due to Israel’s established record of disregarding international law. “This is tantamount to
By Rachel Mohamed Cameroonians will vote in the upcoming presidential election on October 12th. The 92-year-old Paul Biya, who has been in office for more than four decades, nearly 43 years, is expected to run as a candidate for an eighth term. He is one of the world’s longest-serving leaders
By Rachel Mohamed Following the news that the Israeli military intercepted and boarded approximately 20 Gaza-bound aid ships from the Global Sumud Flotilla, several activists on board were detained. Among those detained are Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg, Nelson Mandela’s grandson Mandla Mandela, Zukiswa Warner, and Reaaz Moola. According to
The Palestinian resistance group Hamas has denounced the attacks on and interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla, describing the actions as “piracy and terrorism.” “The Zionist occupation navy’s interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters, and the arrest of activists and journalists on board, constitutes a treacherous assault
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on Israel to immediately release South Africans and other nationals detained during the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters. Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya confirmed that South African participants included Nkosi Zwelivelile “Mandla” Mandela, author Zukiswa Wanner, and activist Reaaz Moola. Confirmation is
Recent reports indicate that U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have publicly addressed a new peace agreement for Gaza. Hamas has stated that it is still evaluating the 20-point proposal, while Palestinian representatives contend that the plan disregards their rights and fails to address alleged Israeli
By Rachel Mohamed Condolences have been extended to the Mthethwa family following the tragic death of the South African Ambassador to France and former cabinet minister, Nathi Mthethwa. He reportedly died after falling or jumping from the 22nd floor of the Hyatt Hotel in Paris. The Department of International Relations
“The remarks by terrorist war Minister of Defense Israel Katz, in which he declared that anyone remaining inside Gaza City would be classified either as terrorist or terrorism-supporter, represent a blatant embodiment of arrogance and contempt for the international community and the principles of international and humanitarian law, as well
The human rights organisation Africa4Palestine has issued a statement commending the Sumud Flotilla, describing it as “a courageous mission of conscience.” “We warn the Israeli regime: do not jeopardize the safety of those aboard this humanitarian flotilla. The international community is watching. Any attempts to attack, detain, or endanger civilians
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