Turkiye condemns Israel for blocking aid to Gaza, calls it ceasefire violation
Ankara: Turkiye has strongly condemned Israel’s decision to block humanitarian aid into Gaza, calling it a violation of the ceasefire deal and international law. The Turkish Foreign Ministry, in a statement on Monday, described the move as a deliberate act of collective punishment against Palestinians and a blatant breach of international law, according to Xinhua news agency.
The ministry warned that such actions could jeopardise diplomatic efforts to secure a lasting ceasefire in Gaza. "This decision undermines the chances of peace and prolongs the suffering of innocent civilians," the statement read.
Turkiye called on the international community to take immediate steps to ensure the uninterrupted delivery of humanitarian aid. "It is imperative that Israel fulfils its obligations and allows humanitarian assistance to reach those in need," the ministry added.
Israel began blocking humanitarian aid to Gaza on Sunday, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claiming it was to pressure Hamas into accepting a new proposal to extend the first phase of the ceasefire agreement.
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East has warned of severe consequences. The agency’s media advisor, Adnan Abu Hasna, stated that the blockade would worsen "the tragedy and immense suffering" endured by Gaza’s over two million residents for the past 15 months of war.
Let the Truth be known. If you read VB and like VB, please be a VB Supporter and Help us deliver the Truth to one and all.
Drug peddler's property worth Rs 1 crore attached in Srinagar
Srinagar (PTI): Property worth Rs 1 crore belonging to a notorious drug peddler was on Saturday attached in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar, police said.
A double-storey house on eight marlas of land situated at Wantpora Eidgah, belonging to Basit Bilal Dar, a notorious drug peddler, valued at approximately Rs 1 crore, a police spokesperson said.
He said Dar is involved in two cases registered under various sections of the NDPS Act.
During investigation, it was established that the accused had acquired the said property through illicit proceeds generated from drug trafficking activities, the spokesperson said.
Consequently, the property was attached under the provisions of the NDPS Act. The attachment proceedings were conducted in the presence of the two independent witnesses, strictly in accordance with the prescribed legal procedures, he said.
As per the attachment order, the owner has been restrained from selling, leasing, transferring, altering, or creating any third-party interest in the property till further orders, the spokesperson added.
