SHAH ALAM, April 11 — Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari said his participation in an international delegation to Gaza is driven solely by humanitarian concerns, not political or religious motives.
In a Facebook post, he said the delegation, comprising individuals from various countries, races and religions, is united in delivering a clear message that Palestine has the right to freedom.
“Driven by determination and resolve to send a clear message to the world that violence and oppression in Palestine must end, we will join more than 1,000 participants from around the world and over 100 vessels in the largest civilian humanitarian mission, the Global Sumud Flotilla.
“This mission does not carry a political or religious message. It is a humanitarian mission.”
Amirudin also said the mission reflects Malaysia’s firm stance against any form of oppression of innocent Palestinians, and called on the public to pray for the safety of participants involved in the mission.
“More than 70,000 lives have been lost, while food, medical supplies and clean water are being blocked. Should we remain silent? The genocide in Gaza must end.
“Pray for us, that all participants in this mission are protected, blessed and safeguarded,” he added.
In a separate post after arriving in Barcelona, Spain, Amirudin said preparations for GSF 2.0 have now entered a critical phase ahead of its departure.
“Today and tomorrow are critical days before the launch of GSF 2.0, which will sail from Barcelona to the waters of Gaza.
“God willing, I will join participants from Malaysia and around the world to deliver the message that people globally reject violence and oppression against the Palestinians,” he said.
On April 3, the Menteri Besar’s Office announced that Amirudin would represent Malaysia in leading the humanitarian aid mission to Gaza, as well as the GSF 2.0 delegation, to deliver aid to and express solidarity with Palestinians.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Amirudin’s appointment is aimed at facilitating the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza.
Media Selangor Sdn Bhd chief executive officer Mohamed Fareed Mohamed Ashaaree will accompany Amirudin on the GSF 2.0 aid mission.
