22.04.2010
Contrary to Israel's Statements: yesterday a Palestinian from the West Bank was deported to Gaza
Last night, Israel forcibly transferred Ahmad Sayeed Sabah to Gaza. He has resided in the West Bank for the past 15 years with his wife and child.
Sabah, who finished serving his prison sentence in Israeli prison, was forcibly removed immediately upon his release from prison, within less than 72 hours and without any judicial review, and without being given any opportunity to bid farewell to his family, which was waiting for him expectantly.
Only about seven days ago, the media published that the Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories, Major General Eitan Dangot, promised that "not a single person would be deported to Gaza", and further stated that "there is no intention to treat residents originally from Gaza as 'illegal'."
Further, despite the campaign of reassurance waged by Israel in the media, it is clear that Israel does not hesitate to deport to Gaza Palestinians who have lived in the West Bank for many years, and for these purposes is willing to use even more draconian measures than those established by the new order.
HaMoked condemns the forced transfer of Palestinians to Gaza or anywhere else. Yesterday's deportation clearly illustrates Israel's true intentions.
HaMoked is representing Mr. Sabah, and will continue to update on any new developments.
