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See - Sada Elbalad
14-06-2025
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
We Stand Together
Elham Aboul Fateh In a time of sudden surprises and turbulent incidents sweeping across the Middle East, the Egyptian people, under the leadership of heroic President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and his firm and wise stances, are proving that they stand united in the face of challenges. The world woke up a few days ago to the Israeli strike against Iran, the Iranian response, and the escalation in the region. Egypt, thanks to the wisdom of its political leadership and the awareness of its people, is experiencing a state of cohesion and stability amidst a turbulent environment plagued by crises and conflicts. The Egyptian people, with their age-old civilization, know well that the stability of the state is the foundation for its protection. Amid this tense atmosphere, Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly's meeting with the ministers responsible for food security, energy, and electricity sent a clear message that the state is taking proactive action to protect citizens and secure their fuel and electricity needs as summer approaches, and to protect the country from any potential consequences of escalation in the Gulf region or the Middle East. We all know that our region is currently experiencing stormy weather, but Egypt, thanks God, has a clear vision for securing its borders and protecting its national security in all directions, from the western border with Libya, to the southern border with Sudan, to the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab Strait, all the way to the northeast, where the Palestinian issue remains present in the heart and conscience. We cannot ignore the ongoing attempts to push Egypt into chaos, as we saw with the so-called "Soumoud Convoy (Resilience Convoy)" which moved from abroad under the banner of aid, while concealing malicious intentions at a particularly crucial time. But Egypt—its leadership and people—has been and will remain vigilant against these recurring scenarios. Today, we must all stand united behind our political leadership and be vigilant against the schemes of those seeking to sow internal confusion through chaos or incitement. This is a time for steadfastness and unity for that sake of our homeland. Egypt, which has overcome major crises and faced grave threats over the past years, is today capable—thanks to God, and to the wisdom of its leadership and the cohesion of its people—of overcoming this phase and remaining as it has always been. read more Analysis- Turkey Has 0 Regional Allies... Why? Analysis: Russia, Turkey... Libya in Return For Syria? Analysis: Who Will Gain Trump's Peace Plan Fruits? Analysis: Will Turkey's Erdogan Resort to Snap Election? Analysis: What Are Turkey's Aspirations in Iraq? Opinion & Analysis Analysis: Mercenaries In Libya... Who Should Be Blamed? Opinion & Analysis Analysis- How 'Libya Nightmare' Takes Erdogan to Algiers Opinion & Analysis Analysis: What Happens After Brexit? Opinion & Analysis Analysis: Strategic Significance of Libya's Sirte, Jufra! News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean News 3 Killed in Shooting Attack in Thailand
Saba Yemen
11-06-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Maghreb "Resilience Convoy" continues journey to break siege on Gaza
Tripoli - Saba: The Maghreb "Resilience Convoy/Sumud" to break the siege on the Gaza Strip continued its journey to Egypt on Wednesday, then to the border with the Strip after entering Libya. The convoy's organizers announced the start of the second phase of the journey. The first group of the Maghreb "Resilience Convoy" to break the siege on Gaza arrived Tuesday, from Tunisia to the Libyan city of al-Zawiya, 51 km from the capital, Tripoli. Dr. Mohammed Amin Balnour, the medical coordinator of the "Resilience Convoy" to Break the Siege on Gaza, stated that the reception in Libya "was exceptional, and people took to the streets to greet the convoy, while Libyan security personnel gave it an official salute." Balnour added that the Libyans "provided the convoy with all necessary aid, including food, cold water, and other supplies." Regarding the health status of the convoy members, Balnour said, "The health situation is good, with only some cases of travel fatigue." He added, "One patient was returned to Tunisia from Ben Guerdane on the border with Libya." The convoy set off on Monday morning from Tunis, heading for Gaza, in an attempt to break the Israeli blockade and show solidarity with the Palestinians. Approximately 1,700 activists are participating in the convoy, with others expected to join them on the way to the Libyan border, along with Libyan organizations and supporters. According to the activists' overland journey, the starting point was Tunis, heading south toward the Tunisian-Libyan border. The journey will extend across Libya to its border with Egypt, and then to the Rafah land crossing. The overland convoy is expected to arrive in Cairo on Thursday and then head to the Rafah crossing, where it will arrive on Sunday, according to what the organizers posted on their social media page. Approximately 1,500 Tunisian civil society and human rights activists, as well as approximately 200 Algerians, participated in this first-of-its-kind land convoy to break the siege on Gaza. Others, along with Libyan organizations and supporters, will join the convoy en route to the Libyan border. According to organizers, nine buses and 100 private cars set out from the Tunisian capital toward the Libyan border. Additional Libyan vehicles are expected to join the convoy as it travels toward the Egyptian border. The Arab "Sumud" convoy comes as Israeli occupation authorities intercepted the ship "Madeleine," carrying 12 international activists. The convoy is part of an international civil society movement that includes more than 30 countries in partnership with the Global March to Gaza, the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, and the Joint Action Coordination for Palestine. Organizers said the convoy is not carrying aid to Gaza, but rather aims to carry out a "symbolic" mission in the Palestinian enclave, which the United Nations has described as the hungriest place on earth. Israel recently allowed limited aid into Gaza after a nearly three-month land blockade. The limited aid allowed by the Israeli occupation authorities is distributed through the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, which is supported by Israel and the United States, is rejected by the UN, and has faced widespread criticism for its distribution mechanism. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (International)
RTHK
10-06-2025
- Politics
- RTHK
Tunisian-led aid bus convoy departs for Gaza
Tunisian-led aid bus convoy departs for Gaza Around 1,500 participants of the so-called Resilience Convoy depart from Tunis on Monday. Photo: AFP Jamie Clarke reports A humanitarian convoy named Soumoud, meaning "steadfastness" in Arabic, departed from the Tunisian capital Tunis on Monday, with a goal to challenge the Israeli blockade of the Gaza Strip, according to the Tunis Afrique Presse (TAP). Organised by the Coordination of Joint Action for Palestine in Tunisia, the land convoy brings together approximately 1,500 Tunisians and 200 Algerians, united in a call for global solidarity with the Palestinian people. "This is primarily a land-based convoy, mobilising all available resources to transport stockpiled humanitarian aid to Rafah," said Jaouaher Chamma, a member of the organising committee. Algerian, Mauritania, Moroccan and Libyan activists were also among the group, Chamma noted. The convoy is expected to pass through several Tunisian regions before entering Libya, where it will continue its journey in coordination with local NGOs. From there, it will head to the Saloum border crossing in eastern Libya and on into Egyptian territory, with the goal of reaching the Rafah crossing into Gaza. "This initiative aimed to send a message to all free people of the world to stand against occupation and genocide," TAP quoted convoy spokesperson Wael Naouar as saying. "Breaking the blockade is not just about delivering aid," Naouar said. "It's also about evacuating the wounded so they can receive medical treatment outside the occupied territories." The convoy's journey comes amid growing international concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where access to essential supplies and medical care remains severely restricted due to the ongoing conflict and blockade. (Xinhua)
Days of Palestine
09-06-2025
- Politics
- Days of Palestine
'Resilience Convoy' from North Africa Mobilizes to Break Gaza Siege
DaysofPal – A major overland initiative named the 'Resilience Convoy' departed Monday from several North African countries toward the besieged Gaza Strip, aiming to deliver urgent humanitarian aid and challenge the ongoing Israeli blockade. The convoy comprises thousands of volunteers from Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, and Egypt, including trade union leaders, political figures, human rights activists, doctors, lawyers, journalists, athletes, and youth organizations. United in solidarity, participants are calling for an end to the genocidal war inflicted on Gaza and the immediate lifting of the blockade. The convoy is scheduled to arrive in Cairo, then proceed to the Rafah border crossing, coordinating its efforts with the 'Madleen' humanitarian vessel—part of the Freedom Flotilla initiative—sailing toward Gaza with international support. However, in a disturbing escalation, Israeli forces forcibly intercepted the 'Madleen' while it attempted to breach the Israeli-imposed naval blockade. All passengers aboard were detained and transported to an undisclosed location. Among the detainees were climate activist Greta Thunberg, 'Game of Thrones' actor Liam Cunningham, and Rima Hassan, a French MEP of Palestinian origin, along with eight other international supporters. The 'Madleen', which set sail from Sicily last week, was carrying urgently needed aid, including baby formula, flour, rice, desalination units, medical supplies, and prosthetic limbs—cargo intended for Gaza's suffering civilian population. Meanwhile, conditions in the Gaza Strip continue to deteriorate under extreme humanitarian duress. Palestinians face starvation, medical collapse, and the devastation of infrastructure after nearly 20 months of siege and war. Since the launch of the Israeli assault on October 7, 2023, the Ministry of Health in Gaza reports nearly 55,000 Palestinians killed, the vast majority civilians. Large parts of the Strip lie in ruins. The 'Resilience Convoy' marks the latest in a growing global movement of solidarity, as civil society groups around the world intensify pressure on the international community to act decisively. For many, the continued blockade and bombardment constitute clear crimes against humanity, with mounting calls for legal and political accountability. Shortlink for this post:
Morocco World
07-06-2025
- Politics
- Morocco World
Tunisian Ultras Join Convoy to Break Israeli Siege on Gaza
Rabat– Tunisian football ultras are taking part in a grassroots effort to confront and break the genocidal siege Israel continues to impose on Gaza. Several major supporter groups have declared their participation in the 'Resilience Convoy,' which is set to depart Tunisia on Monday, June 9, with plans to reach Gaza through Libya and Egypt. The convoy is being organized by the Coordination for Joint Action for Palestine, and has already received over 7,000 applications. Volunteers are being screened based on age, health, and logistical feasibility. Among the first to respond were the Bad Blue Boys Juniors, supporters of Espérance Sportive de Tunis (ES Tunis), and the Leaders Clubistes, affiliated with Club Africain. Both groups issued calls to action urging fans and citizens alike to take part in the convoy, framing it as a moral and political duty rooted in a long-standing tradition of Tunisian ultras using football spaces to express solidarity with Palestine. 'When the world falls silent, the crowds must scream,' declared Leaders Clubistes, affirming that solidarity with the Palestinian struggle remains a core part of their identity. Support has also come from Libya. The Teha Boys, ultras of Al-Ahly Tripoli, joined the initiative in a joint statement with their Tunisian counterparts. Major Tunisian unions—representing workers, farmers, doctors, and supporters—have also declared their backing for the convoy, now rallying under the revolutionary slogan: 'The Shackle Must Be Broken.' Despite clear threats from the Israeli regime, organizers are determined to proceed. 'We don't believe in the impossible,' said convoy spokesperson Wael Naouar. Read also: The convoy was originally scheduled to depart on June 15, but the date was moved forward to align with international resistance efforts, including the Freedom Flotilla, which is currently close to Gaza. Onboard the Madleen—named after Madleen Kulab, Gaza's only fisherwoman—are prominent activists including Greta Thunberg, actor Liam Cunningham, European Parliament member Rima Hassan, and Palestinian-American human rights attorney Huwaida Arraf. Organizers from both the land and sea missions have expressed concern over likely attacks by the Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF), especially after Israel launched drone strikes in May against the Conscience, a Flotilla vessel in international waters near Malta. The siege of Gaza did not begin on October 7. It is the latest phase in a long-term genocidal campaign. Since 2007, Israel has imposed a total blockade on Gaza—by land, air, and sea—trapping over two million Palestinians in an open-air prison and cutting them off from basic survival needs. Every attempt to break the siege has been either violently intercepted or blocked outright. One of the most notorious attacks occurred in May 2010, when Israeli commandos stormed the Mavi Marmara, a Turkish aid ship in international waters, murdering ten activists. Israel later justified the killings under the familiar lie of 'self-defense,' claiming that their heavily armed soldiers were endangered by civilians on board. Now, in the midst of a near-total blockade and constant bombing, Israel has intensified its genocide on Gaza's civilian population. Gaza has been plunged into starvation, displacement, and unrelenting bombardment for almost 100 consecutive days. The genocidal hands feeding Gaza After banning the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA)—the only large-scale humanitarian body with long-standing infrastructure in Gaza—Israel replaced it with the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a US-backed private entity with no credible record of neutrality, capacity, or trust among Palestinians. Since GHF began operating distribution centers in late May, the IOF has killed more than 100 civilians near these 'aid' sites. Palestinians have come to see them not as relief hubs but as lethal ambush zones, where desperate people are gunned down. Speaking to Al Jazeera on the first day of Eid al-Adha in Gaza, June 6, as GHF sites closed , journalist and Khan Younis resident Ahmad al-Najjar stated that these centers 'have killed more people than they've helped. It's comical to say these distribution centers are closed today, as if they've been making a major difference.' In reality, GHF centers have become symbolic of the broader Israeli policy— use starvation as a weapon of war, crush any mechanism of organized relief, and kill those who dare to seek aid. As Gaza remains under genocidal siege, initiatives like the Resilience Convoy are both a humanitarian act and a political stance—one that refuses silence, complicity, or fear.
