South Korean Activist Travels to Gaza Despite Government Travel Ban
A South Korean activist departed for the Gaza Strip on Friday aboard a humanitarian flotilla, officials said. The trip marks the second such incident this year in violation of a government ban on travel to the territory. Officials stated the foreign ministry plans to take measures to ensure the activist's safety in consultation with Israeli and other relevant governments.
koreatimes.co.krA South Korean activist has left for the Gaza Strip despite a government travel ban on the territory. The departure marks the second such incident this year, officials said Sunday. The activist headed for Gaza on Friday aboard the Kyriakos X, part of a humanitarian flotilla, according to the foreign ministry and a civic group advocating for Palestinian liberation.
The ministry plans to take measures to ensure his safety in consultation with the Israeli and other relevant governments. South Koreans are barred from traveling to or staying in the Gaza Strip without government approval. Violators can face up to one year in prison or a fine of up to 10 million won (US$6,800) under the Passport Act.
Earlier this month, another activist headed for Gaza despite the government's revocation of her passport over an earlier attempt to enter the territory without authorization. The travel ban remains in effect for all South Korean citizens. The Gaza Strip has been the site of ongoing conflict. This undated file photo shows the territory.
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