IUSY strongly condemns the Israeli actions against the aid convoy – Ship to Gaza. It is a tragedy that people have been killed and wounded by Israeli military in an illegal attack on international water, which is a war crime. The International Community must respond strongly. IUSY expects the UN Security Council to strongly condemn the actions and engage further in the region.

The Israeli blockade against Gaza must immediately end. It only causes suffering and, as proved by Israeli, violence. IUSY have for long stated that an end to the Israel/Palestinian conflict and peace and security to all in the region can only be reached by through the partners and by respecting international law and international agreements. It is clear that Israel as the stronger partner has a bigger responsibility, which it is not taking.