Portugal summons Israeli ambassador following detention of Portuguese citizens in international waters

The Portuguese government has summoned the Israeli ambassador to discuss the recent detention of Portuguese nationals in international waters.

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Portugal summons Israeli ambassador following the detention of three Portuguese citizens on a humanitarian flotilla

The 'Global Sumud' was intercepted by Israeli authorities on Wednesday night, with three Portuguese citizens on board. The Minister of Foreign Affairs guarantees consular protection and has announced that the Israeli ambassador in Lisbon has been summoned.

Portugal summons Israeli ambassador and guarantees consular protection for Portuguese citizens on flotilla attempting to reach Gaza

The Portuguese Minister of Foreign Affairs stated this Thursday, April 30, that the Israeli ambassador was summoned to provide explanations regarding the detention of pro-Palestinian activists, ensuring that consular authorities are prepared to assist Portuguese citizens in Greece or Israel. Paulo Rangel noted that consular staff in Tel Aviv and Athens are taking all necessary steps to provide protection to those detained, following the interception of the 'Global Sumud' flotilla by Israeli forces. Rangel emphasized that because the interception occurred in international waters, the Israeli representative in Lisbon was summoned to provide explanations to the Portuguese government, mirroring actions taken by other European nations. Israeli authorities have detained 175 activists from the Gaza flotilla.

Portugal summons Israeli ambassador and guarantees consular protection for Portuguese citizens on the flotilla

The Portuguese government has summoned the Israeli ambassador to discuss the situation and ensure the safety and consular support of Portuguese nationals currently aboard the flotilla.

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Carneiro claims to have contributed to the release of a Portuguese citizen

Héctor Ferreira Domingues, a businessman detained in Caracas since 2022, is set to be released. Carneiro claims to have contributed with a trip that sparked criticism both inside and outside the PS.

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Several PSD and right-wing MPs criticised José Luís Carneiro's visit to Venezuela, despite similar subsequent visits by regional and government officials. The author argues that defending the Portuguese community should be a national priority, noting that the PS delegation's visit may have contributed to the extension of the Amnesty Law. The text highlights the inconsistency of critics who ignore the shifting political landscape in Venezuela and the lifting of sanctions on government figures, calling for political convergence rather than partisan hypocrisy to better support the Portuguese community in the country.

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The current head of state also thanked his predecessor, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, for all his efforts towards the release of Figueira, as well as the excellent cooperation with the Government.

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Following other members of the PSD — and even the PS — it was Rangel's turn to criticise Carneiro for a “partisan” visit and “parallel diplomacy”. Efforts to secure the release of 6 detained Portuguese-Venezuelans continue.

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The current head of state also thanked his predecessor, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, for all his efforts towards the release of Figueira, as well as the excellent cooperation with the Government.

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The Minister of Foreign Affairs guaranteed that the meeting was not coordinated with the Government.

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