Malaysia demands immediate, unconditional release of flotilla participants


A screengrab from a live stream video shows crew of a Gaza-bound vessel, part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, raise their hands as they are surrounded by Israel Defense Forces, October 2, 2025. -Global Sumud Flotilla/Handout via Reuters

IPOH: Malaysia demands the immediate and unconditional release of all Global Sumud Flotilla participants, says the Foreign Affairs Ministry.

In a statement, Wisma Putra called for all activists, humanitarian workers and crew members aboard the flotilla, including 12 Malaysians, and their vessels to be released, while ensuring aid to Gaza is delivered safely.

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