Libyan Forces Halt Gaza Solidarity Convoy at Sirte Entry Point
Taarek Refaat
Security and military forces in eastern Libyan have stopped the Steadfastness Convoy, an initiative aimed at breaking the siege on the Gaza Strip, at the entrance to the city of Sirte, according to a statement released by the convoy's organizers.
'The security and military forces of the eastern Libyan authorities stopped the Steadfastness Convoy about half an hour ago at the entrance to the city of Sirte,' the statement read. 'Security officials claimed they needed to wait for approval from Benghazi before allowing the convoy to proceed.'
In response, the convoy's organizers announced their decision to remain at the location, park safely along the side of the road, and camp overnight if necessary.
The group appealed to authorities in Benghazi, urging them to honor the supportive tone expressed in a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs the previous evening. 'We call on the Benghazi authorities to reflect their welcoming stance toward our courageous initiative,' the statement said. 'We are confident that the hospitality of the Libyan people knows no distinction between East and West.'
The convoy concluded by calling on all relevant parties to intervene and facilitate the continuation of their mission, which it described as 'carrying a noble message.'
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