ABIM Lauds Anwar’s Diplomacy In Securing Safe Return Of GSF Activists

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 5 (Bernama) --  The Malaysian Islamic Youth Movement (ABIM) has expressed its appreciation to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for his deft diplomatic efforts in ensuring the safety of all 23 Malaysian activists who participated in the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) humanitarian mission and for facilitating their safe return home.

ABIM president Ahmad Fahmi Mohd Samsudin said the success of this diplomatic effort reflects Malaysia’s strong commitment to upholding humanitarian principles and global solidarity with the Palestinian people.

“It also proves that a principled diplomacy grounded in MADANI values can effectively balance humanitarian imperatives and national security with integrity,” he said in a statement.

All Malaysians detained by the Zionist regime since Thursday were released and departed from Ramon Airport in Israel at 6.45 pm Malaysian time before arriving in Istanbul at 8.40 pm yesterday.

In a live address on Facebook yesterday, the Prime Minister said the release process involved close international coordination, including discussions between Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan and United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio, as well as the Jordanian government, in addition to talks between Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail and US Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff.

He said the success was also the result of his direct negotiations with Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Qatar Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Türkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Türkiye’s National Security Adviser Dr Ibrahim Kalin.

According to the Prime Minister, the coordinated repatriation and rescue efforts extended beyond ensuring the safety of Malaysian and Turkish delegates, also covering activists from Europe and other countries.

Ahmad Fahmi said this diplomatic success demonstrated that Malaysia not only protects its citizens but also serves as a moral voice on the international stage, upholding justice, humanity and universal solidarity against oppression in Palestine.

“This approach should serve as the foundation for strengthening Malaysia’s humanitarian diplomacy in collaboration with regional and Islamic civil society organisations,” he said.

He also conveyed ABIM’s appreciation for the close cooperation extended by the Turkish government, international authorities and humanitarian agencies involved in the rescue and care of Malaysian activists, including the provision of psychological and medical assistance upon their arrival in Istanbul.

In addition, Ahmad Fahmi proposed that Malaysia continue to position itself as a regional hub for humanitarian diplomacy by engaging civil society organisations and international partners to strengthen advocacy networks, relief coordination and humanitarian missions under the banner of universal compassion.

Sharing the same sentiment, the Federation of Peninsular Malay Students (GPMS) said the successful release of the Malaysian activists demonstrated that Malaysia’s diplomacy is not only principled but also highly effective.

“It is a manifestation of PMX’s (Anwar) leadership, grounded in humanitarian values and the commitment of the MADANI government to uphold global peace,” said GPMS president Fazreen Fauzi in a statement today.

He said GPMS also extends its highest respect and congratulations to Malaysia’s humanitarian heroes in the GSF mission, who have shown remarkable courage, sincerity and resilience in conveying the message of Malaysian solidarity with the people of Palestine.

“The bravery of all the activists involved reflects the true spirit of Malaysia MADANI, founded on compassion, justice and the struggle for universal human values,” he said, reaffirming GPMS’s solidarity with the nation’s leadership and the global community in supporting the cause for a free Palestine.

-- BERNAMA