Former Senator Mushtaq Ahmad Khan, who had been detained by Israeli occupying forces along with other humanitarian workers aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla, has been released, according to an official statement issued by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar on Friday.
The development was welcomed with gratitude toward Hellenic authorities for facilitating Mushtaq Ahmad Khan’s stay in Crete, Greece. Appreciation was also extended to the leadership and government of Turkey for enabling his return to Istanbul for onward travel to Pakistan.
The statement further acknowledged the effective response by the Foreign Office and Pakistan’s embassy in Athens in securing his release and facilitating his movement.
Strong condemnation was reiterated over what was described as the illegal detention of humanitarian workers aboard the flotilla, as well as obstruction of humanitarian aid intended for the people of Gaza.
The statement reaffirmed that Pakistan has consistently extended, and will continue to extend, unequivocal support to the Palestinian people.
