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OIA Dr. Abu Safiya abduction and detention

John Wilson made this Official Information request to Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

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From: John Wilson

Dear Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade,

I am writing to request information under the OIA concerning the case of Dr. Hossam Abu Safiya, who was abducted by the Israeli army in December 2024. Multiple reports suggest that Dr. Abu Safiya has been subjected to torture and other forms of physical and psychological abuse. His lawyer has indicated that he is being coerced into making false confessions related to crimes he did not commit.

Specifically, I would like to request the following information:

1. Any official communications, briefings, or reports from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) regarding the abduction and detention of Dr. Hossam Abu Safiya by Israeli authorities.
2. All communications between New Zealand and Israeli authorities concerning this matter.
3. Information on New Zealand’s involvement in advocating for Dr. Abu Safiya’s rights, including efforts to prevent torture and ensure due process.

Yours faithfully,

John Wilson

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From: ENQUIRIES
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

[UNCLASSIFIED]

UNCLASSIFIED

Kia ora John Wilson

Thank you for your OIA request received on 17 April 2025 for:

1. Any official communications, briefings, or reports from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) regarding the abduction and detention of Dr. Hossam Abu Safiya by Israeli authorities.
2. All communications between New Zealand and Israeli authorities concerning this matter.
3. Information on New Zealand’s involvement in advocating for Dr. Abu Safiya’s rights, including efforts to prevent torture and ensure due process.

This email confirms receipt of your request and advises that we will respond to it as soon as reasonably practicable, and in terms of the timeframes and requirements of the OIA.

Please note that our response letter to you (with your personal details redacted), and any enclosed documents, may be published on the Ministry’s website.

Ngā mihi

Executive Services Division
New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade | Manatū Aorere

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