Foreign Ministry Confirms Return Of Jordanians Held In Gaza Flotilla

(MENAFN- Jordan Times) AMMAN - Two Jordanian citizens who had participated in the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla returned to Jordan on Thursday through the Kingdom's southern border crossing, the Foreign Ministry said.

Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Fouad Majali said the ministry, through the Jordanian Embassy in Tel Aviv, closely followed the situation of the two Jordanians from the moment of their detention until their release and return home.

Majali said the ministry worked to ensure their safety, secure their release and facilitate their return to the Kingdom.

He reiterated the ministry's commitment to monitoring the affairs of Jordanians abroad and providing them with the necessary support and assistance, according to a ministry statement.

Meanwhile, hundreds of activists detained by Israeli forces after participating in the flotilla were awaiting deportation on Thursday amid growing international criticism over their treatment in custody.

The flotilla, consisting of around 50 vessels, departed from Turkey on May 14 in an attempt to break Israel's blockade on the Gaza Strip. Several additional boats later joined the convoy at sea.

Israeli forces began intercepting the vessels near Cyprus on Tuesday. Israeli officials and flotilla organisers said about 430 activists were detained.

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