Saturday, April 16, 2011
Explanatory statement issued by the Ministry of Interior Affairs and National Security
Since the first news of the abduction of the Italian solidarity activist Vittorio Arrigoni, the security apparatus acted quickly toward conducting a full search and investigation. They identified and arrested one of the criminals, who admitted to being involved in the kidnapping. This individual informed the police about the hideout of the abducted solidarity activist. Police moved in a wise and quick manner toward the place and found that Mr. Arrigoni had been killed. According to the forensic report, he had been killed hours before the police raid on the location.
In light of this situation, the Ministry affirms the following:
First: The Palestinian Government sends its condolences to the family of the innocent Italian martyr, to the Italian Government, and to all the Italian people. We grieve for the loss of such an honorable man, who stood steadfast and in solidarity with the Palestinian people, braving the conditions imposed upon the besieged Strip and the violent campaign waged by the Apartheid Entity.
Second: The Palestinian Government condemns in the strongest terms the heinous crime carried out by the criminals and confirms that it will hunt down the remaining members of the gang so that justice can be served and the violators punished. The actions taken by these criminals do not reflect Palestinian values, customs and traditions, or religion
Third: The Ministry emphasizes that this crime does not reflect the true state of security and order in the Gaza Strip. This hideous crime also does not imply a retreat from security and safety. The Government is keen to promote stability, security and safety, as this incident is the first of its kind in years. Security and safety will always remain stable and firm.
Fourth: The initial findings of the investigation indicate that the intention of the kidnappers was to murder in the first place, and that it was carried out shortly after the abduction.
Fifth: The motives behind this outrageous crime demonstrate and indicate that some hands and minds are still plotting against the Palestinian people in Gaza, and want to undermine the security and steadfastness of the Palestinians and their supporters; and, to spread a state of terror and intimidation among the worldwide solidarity movement with the Gaza Strip.
The Apartheid Zionist Entity is looking at ways to hinder and prevent the upcoming freedom flotilla from reaching the Gaza Strip, particularly after the great momentum gained from the solidarity activists such as Mr. Arrigoni aiming to loosen and end the unjust and criminal siege imposed on Gaza.The Ministry of Interior Affairs and National Security and all Palestinians highly appreciate the efforts of all foreign friends.
We assure the internationals living in and those heading to Gaza that it is safe for all and will always be their second home.
It is together that the Palestinians and the solidarity activists worldwide will carve from the mountains of despair, a stone of hope so that justice may be preserved and injustice overturned.
Shocked and in tears we received the message about the death of Vittorio Arrigoni: Vik. A man who dedicted so much to the Palestinian cause and people.
I salute the Shaheed Vittorio Arrigoni, killed in Gaza on April 14, 2011 during his struggle for humanity and truth. May Allah Subhana wa Ta’ ala grant the Shaheed Vittorio Jannatul Firdaus, ease it for his family, loved ones and friends. Allahumma Ameen ya Rabbil ‘ Alameen.
I remember him, mourn him and in his honour we will continue his & our joint struggle:
To “stay human” and fight injustice.
To “stay human” and fight injustice.
In Solidarty…
- Anche Vik Utopia Arrigoni | Invisible Arabs Weblog
- Another day of mourning in Palestine for killed activist Victorio Arrigoni | Chroniques de Palestine
- Gaza’s Known Soldier | Land of Light, Plight & Darkness Weblog
- Gaza Mourning for Vittorio Arrigoni – in pictures
- Gaza’s Candle Light Vigil for Vittorio Arrigoni | in pictures
- Vittorio || Gaza will never forget you | Mohammed Hassona Weblog
- Ghazawi… Vittorio… | NalanSarraj Weblog
- He Who Endures Shall Overcome | The Cynical Arab Weblog
- Vittorio: Another Victim in a Long Struggle | Tarabut
- To Vik: Gaza Will Stay Human | Gaza Doctor’s Blog
- In Honor of Vittorio in pictures | Sleepless in Gaza blog
- A mournful morning | Here I was born Weblog | Sameeha88
- Vittorio Arrigoni: The man I knew | Nicole Johnston
- Vittorio Arrigoni, “Hero of Palestine” | Electronic Intifada
- Remembering Vik | Israeli Committee Against House Demolitions
- With Great Shock and Sorrow, PCHR Condemns Murder of Italian Activist, Vittorio Arrigoni| PCHR
- Vik: a friend, a brother, a humanist | InGaza Blog
- AMP expresses deep condolences to ISM and family of Vittorio Arrigoni | American Muslims for Palestine
- Tribute to Vittorio Arrigoni (1975 – 2011) | Carlos Latuff
- From the place he loved, in memory of Vittorio | msuliman Blog
- GoodBye Vittorio Arrigoni, killed in Gaza | GazaTimes Blog | Omar Ghraieb
- Some People Just Live On Forever | Blogger Seif from Beirut
- Thought For Today, From Vittorio Arrigoni | Lawrence of Cyberia Blog
- Brave, big-hearted Vittorio Arrigoni is dead | Jared Malsin Weblog
- In memory of Vittorio Arrigoni, ISM volunteer | +972 Magazine | Jared Malsin
- Vittorio Arrigoni: Humanitarian-Palestinian-Hero-Martyr 1975-2011 | Ken O’Keefe
- In memorial of Vittorio Arrigoni | European Campaign to End the Siege on Gaza
- Another senseless Murder in Gaza, The Struggle will Continue | DesertPeace Blog
- Image of the Day – For Vittorio Arrigoni | DesertPeace Blog
- Statement on the sad death of Vittorio Arrigoni | ISM London
- Bil’in, Ni’ilin, Nabi Saleh & alMa’asara march in memory of Vittorio Arrigoni & condemnation of his despicable murder | PSCC Popular Struggle
- Residents of Silwan marching in solidarity with the people of Gaza | PSCC Popular Struggle
- Today I Mourn: A Letter | Sarah’s Chronicles
- Thinking of Vittorio and all the people of Gaza this morning. Viva Palestina! | Glasgow Palestine Human Rights Campaign
thanks for the link to the video by Ken O'keefe. I know it's a part of a recent wave of Mossad false flags. Vittorio died a martyr so it's a victory for him. This is how dangerous the Zionists are, I just don't think it gets more evil. Disgusting maggots. What a dirty job it is to fight them! Those who take up the cause, like Ken O'keefe too are the best and the bravest souls, God bless Vittorio and Ken and all the rest!
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