Breaking News: Ship Denounced for Alleged Smuggling to Israel Amid Palestine Crisis
Urgent Update: Zim Luanda Ship Faces Smuggling Allegations
In a development that has sent shockwaves through the international community, the Zim Luanda ship, registered under the Maltese flag with IMO number 9403229, has been denounced for an alleged crime of smuggling. The ship, scheduled to dock in Barcelona on June 30, is accused of planning to load 40 steel bar blocks manufactured by the Basque company Sidenor. These materials are said to be transported to the port of Haifa via Mersin (Turkey) and Ashdod (Israel).
Complaints and Accusations
The complaint was filed in Court No. 29 of Barcelona by the Palestinian Community of Catalonia, acting on behalf of the state network against the occupation in Palestine (Rescop) and the campaign “End to the trade of weapons with Israel.” The complainants are urging the judge on duty to investigate the possibility that the shipment is destined for the Israeli military company IMI (Israel Military Industries), to be used in weapon manufacturing.
Potential Violations and International Implications
The complaint highlights two potential scenarios: either the ship is involved in a crime of smuggling or it has obtained administrative authorization from the Spanish State to trade with military material destined for Israel, which would violate numerous agreements signed by Spain. The complaint requests the judge to demand the necessary administrative accreditations for such transport.
Background and Context
This development comes just days after the Gaza Ministry of Health reported that 56,077 Gazans have been killed by the Israeli army since October 7, 2023. The Palestinian community has stepped forward as an accuser in the procedure to ensure accountability and defend the rights of Palestinians affected by the alleged actions of the Sidenor company.
Government Response and Ongoing Controversies
Despite recent statements by Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and Foreign Minister Albares advocating for a reduction in military spending and an embargo on weapons to Israel, there is growing evidence that ships involved in the trade of weapons continue to transit through Spanish ports. Rescop sources have declared that the arrival of the Zim Luanda ship in Barcelona is further proof that the government has not implemented a comprehensive weapons embargo against Israel.
Union Calls for Transparency
Union sections of Lab, ELA, and Esk of Siner have demanded explanations from the company’s management regarding the final destination of the manufactured material and its potential links with companies involved in the genocide. Additionally, a letter signed by BEC, ERC, and CUP has been sent to Barcelona Mayor Jaume Collboni, urging him to take steps to prohibit the ship’s entry into the port of Barcelona due to its alleged involvement in the genocide of Palestine.
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