The Palestine Forum of New Zealand expresses its deep
alarm and outrage at the abduction of Rana Hamida,
Samuel Leason, and Youssef Sammour. These three New
Zealanders, committed to justice and human rights, have been
unlawfully taken while engaging in peaceful advocacy for
Palestine.
Their abduction is a grave violation of
international law and human rights principles. It is an
attempt to silence voices of solidarity and to intimidate
those who stand against injustice.
We call on the
New Zealand Government to take urgent and
decisive action to ensure the immediate and safe release of
Youssef, Rana, and Samuel. As citizens of this country,
their protection and freedom must be a matter of the highest
priority.
We further urge the international
community to join in condemning this abduction and
to hold those responsible accountable. The world cannot
remain silent while peaceful activists are targeted for
standing up for justice.
The Palestine Forum of New
Zealand stands firmly with Youssef, Rana, and Samuel, and
with all who are unjustly detained for their commitment to
freedom and human dignity.
They must be
released
immediately.
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