Namibia has, in a bold move, taken a stand against the ongoing Israeli war on Palestinians, and blocked a vessel carrying weapons destined for Israel from docking in Namibia.
Windhoek —
At this stage, it is not clear where the vessel is coming from and who sent the weapons. “Yes, I have asked Namport via the line ministry to consider the request to not allow the vessel MV Kathrin to dock in our ports. The request was made on Friday,” Dausab told New Era on Sunday. “As such, it was necessary to engage authorities in Namibia on issues of concern to ensure our decisions and actions domestically are aligned with our obligations in terms of international law and our policy stance of many years on Palestine.”
She said it would be encouraging if all countries, in particular African countries, followed suit and did their part to show support for the Palestinian people by taking whatever action is within their power and scope. She added Namibia remains resolute in supporting the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination, free from unlawful occupation, and condemns the ongoing genocide perpetrated against them.
It calls for economic and political pressure on Israel to end what it describes as violations of international law regarding the treatment of Palestinians. The movement advocates boycotting of Israeli goods and services, divestment from companies and institutions linked to Israeli policies, and imposing sanctions against Israel.
News Politics Economy Trade Business Sports Current Events Travel Namibia Southern Africa Conflict Peace And Security External Relations Arms And Military Affairs Middle East And Africa
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Namibia: Will Namibia's New Visa Policy Backfire?Namibia is set to impose visa requirements on over 30 countries that do not offer reciprocal visa-free entry. Will this tit-for-tat strategy place Namibia on equal footing, or could it have negative repercussions?
Read more »
Namibia blocks ship over Israel war-crime concernsA vessel is suspected to be carrying military cargo intended for Israeli use in the ongoing war in Gaza.
Read more »
'SA, Botswana, Namibia can reach agreement over citrus imports ban' - SABC NewsAgriculture minister John Steenhuisen has expressed disappointment in the citrus imports ban.
Read more »
Namibia looks to help from China and India, desalination for Windhoek amid historic droughtNamibia looks to help from China and India, desalination for Windhoek amid historic drought
Read more »
A measured response is needed to Botswana and Namibia’s continued ban on SA agricultural productsThese southern African countries should revive the regional spirit and formulate agricultural policies and programmes from that perspective. Hostility between neighbours and offensive communication is not a path to southern Africa’s agricultural prosperity.
Read more »
Durov’s Telegram: ‘weapon of war’ under increased scrutinyIn the absence of a modern battlefield management system, Russian troops have also grown to rely on Telegram in their day-to-day operations.
Read more »