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JEDDAH, Oct 6 (KUNA) -- Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) strongly condemned the Israeli navy interception of Zaytouna-Oliva flotilla carrying humanitarian assistance to the Gaza Strip.
OIC said in a press statement on Thursday that this Israeli aggression was a clear violation of international laws and human values.
OIC General Secretary Iyad Bin Amin Madani held Israel accountable for the safety of the people on board of the flotilla.
Madani reiterated the urgency of lifting off the Israeli siege on the Gaza Strip to allow the entrance of essentials to the Palestinian people. He also urged the international community to be responsible on applying international laws.
On Wednesday, the Israeli navy has intercepted the Zaytouna-Oliva aid ship that was planning to break the decade-long blockade of the Gaza Strip to raise awareness.
The ship, intercepted some 35 nautical miles (nearly 80 kilometers) away from the Israeli coast, was redirected to the port city of Ashdod. The passengers on board showed no resistance when Israeli forces took over the flotilla.
The seizure was confirmed by the Israeli Defense Forces. (end)
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