Freedom Flotilla Mission Set to Enter Gaza’s Red Zone on Wednesday

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7:  The Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC) humanitarian mission to Gaza is expected to enter the high-risk “red zone” at around 5 a.m. Malaysian time on Wednesday (Oct 8), marking a critical phase in its journey to deliver aid to the besieged Palestinian enclave.

According to Humanitarian Care Malaysia (MyCARE) chief executive officer Kamarul Zaman Shaharul Anwar, the mission comprises nine ships, including Conscience and Umm Saad, which are currently sailing within the “yellow zone”  approximately 180 nautical miles from Gaza waters.

“All vessels are moving at an average speed of four knots. Conscience resumed sailing at 9.30 a.m. today after a 30-hour stop for training and to coordinate with smaller support boats,” Kamarul Zaman said during a press conference at MyCARE headquarters on Tuesday.

The event was also attended by Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Dr. Zulkifli Hasan, who expressed Malaysia’s unwavering support for the mission.

Kamarul Zaman added that Malaysia’s head delegate, Prof. Emeritus Dr. Mohd Alauddin, had warned that Wednesday and Thursday nights would be the most critical stages of the mission, as Israeli forces typically launch attacks during the night.

“We ask everyone to keep praying for the volunteers’ safety and strength. If permitted, they will successfully land in Gaza to provide humanitarian aid to the people there,” he said.

He also shared a message from Dr. Fauziah Mohd Hasan, one of the Malaysian participants on board, who urged the international community to intensify diplomatic and public pressure on the Zionist regime.

“All segments of society must rise to pressure Israel and its allies to stop actions that worsen the suffering of the Palestinian people,” Dr Fauziah said.
“Peaceful demonstrations and solidarity efforts must continue until all volunteers are safe from Israeli detention.”

Meanwhile, Dr. Zulkifli Hasan confirmed that his office had received detailed briefings on the mission’s progress and safety measures.

“No matter what happens, we must be prepared. I urge all Malaysians—regardless of religion, race, or political ideology to unite in support of this humanitarian cause,” he said.
“This is not just a regional issue but a global humanitarian crisis. Many international bodies have recognised what is happening in Gaza as genocide. We must stand together in the name of humanity to stop these atrocities.”

Dr. Zulkifli also took part in a live video conference with the mission participants, expressing prayers and moral support for their journey.

— Voice of Malaysia News