Officials unable to contact New Zealanders detained by Israeli navy
Friday 3 October 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Christopher Luxon, Winston Peters, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Greta Thunberg, Nelson Mandela
Consular staff have not yet spoken to three New Zealanders held by the Israeli navy after they were intercepted while attempting to sail to Gaza. While Israel has provided assurances that the passengers are safe, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade is monitoring the situation.
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