Photo NZ Herald/fileA Green MP who was detained with a group of activists in Israel has been released and is on her way home. Marama Davidson is one of 13 women activists who were arrested and held by Israel authorities after trying to breach Israel's blockade of Gaza on a protest ship. "We are relieved to heard that Marama is well and that she received no ill-treatment during her arrest and detention in Israel." Turei reiterated calls for Israel to lift its "inhumane" blockade and "help the people of Gaza to rebuild their homes and lives". The Israeli Defence Force said the takeover occurred "without incident" and followed attempts by Israeli authorities to stop the boat through diplomatic channels.

Source: Otago Daily Times October 06, 2016 23:48 UTC