The foreign ministers of South Africa, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Pakistan, Ireland, Slovenia, Brazil, Colombia, Turkey and other 16 countries issued a joint statement on Friday, calling for the security of the "global steady fleet" that ships humanitarian goods to the Gaza Strip.
According to a statement issued by the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation of South Africa, in addition to the shipment of humanitarian supplies, the Global Resilience Fleet also hopes that the international community will pay attention to the urgency of improving the humanitarian situation of the Palestinian people and call for an immediate end to the fighting in the Gaza Strip.
The statement calls on all parties to avoid any illegal or violent acts against the rescue fleet.The statement reiterates that any violation of international law and violation of the human rights of fleet members, including attacks on vessels or illegal detention in international waters, will be prosecuted.
The "Global Fortitude Fleet" consists of about 20 ships with members from 44 countries and regions, seeking to break Israel's blockade of the Gaza Strip. The fleet originally planned to set sail from the port of Barcelona, Spain on August 31, but returned to Hong Kong due to bad weather. It set sail again on September 1 and planned to arrive in the Palestinian Gaza Strip in mid-September.
On the evening of the 8th, a ship of the fleet set fire while stopping at a port in Tunisia. Organizers pointed out that it was caused by an Israeli drone bombing or burning device. The Tunisian Ministry of Internal Affairs denied that there was a drone attack. On the night of the 9th, another ship of the fleet set fire, and the Tunisian Ministry of Internal Affairs determined that it was "a planned attack together". International media noted that given the Israeli army's repeated attempts in recent months to break through the blockade of aid ships to the Gaza Strip, the "Global Resilient Fleet" is likely to be intercepted.
EU announces sanctions against Israel
On September 17, local time, the EU's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Karas, announced a series of sanctions against Israel.This includes a partial suspension of trade-related matters in the EU-Israel Association Agreement.Kallas said the EU would not suspend trade with Israel.
The decision was passed on the same day at the European Commission meeting and still needs to be reached by the European Union.Member StatesApproval and will take effect 30 days after approval. Currently announced sanctions include two Israeli extremist ministers, violent settlers and 10Hamasof Members.
The day before, on Sept. 16, Kallas said Israel's ground offensive in Gaza would worsen an already dire situation. The European Commission will propose measures on the 17th to put pressure on the Israeli government to change its position on the Gaza war.
In addition, Spanish Culture Minister Ernest Urtasson said last week that Spain is considering withdrawing from the Eurovision Song Contest, according to the reference news, citing DPA.Prime Minister Sanchez also stated that in view of Israel's military operations in the Gaza Strip, Spain cannot participate in activities involving Israel.
The Netherlands, Ireland and Slovenia have expressed the same position as Spain. Iceland also said that if Israel participates in the competition, it will consider withdrawing.
The Israeli public broadcaster said this week that Israel intends to participate in the European Song Contest despite its opposition.
The European Song Contest, held annually by the European Broadcasting Union and held since 1956, is the largest singing competition in Europe, but the participants are not limited to the European region.
Communications and internet have been disrupted in large areas of Gaza City
According to CCTV news, on the 17th local time, reporters from the main station learned from the Palestinian side that,Communications and Internet connections in large parts of Gaza have been disrupted.
Israeli military sources said on September 16 that the main phase of the Israeli army's ground offensive against Gaza City has begun, and the Israeli army will gradually increase its troops. The operation is expected to last for several months. The Israeli military's Arabic spokesman said through social platforms earlier on the 17th,The Israeli military has launched an intense military operation in the center of Gaza, "to destroy theHamasThe base.”
On Thursday, the Israeli military also said that the air force had attacked about 50 targets in the Gaza Strip overnight, most of them in Gaza City. A total of 140 targets were attacked over the past 24 hours.
Israeli finance minister calls Gaza a "real estate bonanza"
Israeli Finance Minister Smotrich said:The Gaza Strip is a'real estate bonanza 'and he is talking with the US about how to divide the strip after the war。
Headquarters reporterIt was that the far-right minister said at a real estate conference in Tel Aviv that the Gaza Strip “has a real estate boom and can be self-sufficient” and he has begun negotiations with the Americans.
Smotrich said,Israel “has invested a lot of money in this war and must consider how to distribute land in proportion.”
In response to Smotrich's above remarks, the United States has not released relevant information yet。
Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Urging Israel to face up to the strong voice of the international community
According to Central TV News, at the foreign ministry's routine press conference held on September 17, reporters were asked that it was that on September 15, U.S. Secretary of State Rubio visited Israel and expressed his support for Israel's elimination.HamasOn the 16th, the Israeli army launched a ground attack on Gaza City and launched a massive airstrike.The Israeli military said that an estimated 40% of the Gaza population had been evacuated.The UN Independent Investigation Committee believes that Israel carried out genocide on Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Swed said he urged Israel to face the strong call of the international community to immediately stop its military operations in Gaza.
The Sword:The Chinese side firmly opposes Israel’s escalation of military operations in Gaza, condemns all acts that harm civilians and violate international law, is deeply concerned about further escalation of tensions and opposes relevant sides to bowing oil. We urge Israel to face the strong call of the international community to immediately stop its military operations in Gaza, to a comprehensive and lasting ceasefire as soon as possible and to prevent a larger-scale humanitarian crisis.
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