Samuel Leason

Samuel Leason is a young New Zealander currently in the news for his involvement in the Global Sumud Flotilla, which aims to challenge Israel's blockade of Gaza. He has chosen to remain in the region to witness and highlight the ongoing humanitarian crisis, influenced by his strong Catholic upbringing and engagement with an anarchist community known as the Catholic Worker. His father has expressed concerns about the New Zealand government's response to the situation in Gaza, emphasizing the need for action amid significant global atrocities.

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New Zealand: Samuel Leason is described as a young man with a deep conscience who cares for others. 8

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Kiwi Gaza flotilla detainees return home after deportation from Israel

New Zealand: The families of Samuel Leason urged the Government to do everything in its power to bring them home safely. 6

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Gaza aid flotilla: Ex‑Shortland Street actor among Kiwis reportedly intercepted by Israeli forces

New Zealand: Family of Kiwi teenager Samuel Leason will speak with the Greens co-leaders at Ellen Melville Center in Auckland. 5

Rana Hamida Youssef Sammour

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Green Party holds press conference with whānau of NZ citizens detained by Israel

United Kingdom: Samuel Leason was detained in Israel and his father expressed worry about his conditions in custody. 5

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The Guardian: Gaza flotilla passengers allege poor conditions in detention as Israel prepares to deport dozens of activists | Gaza flotilla

New Zealand: Samuel Leason is a Kiwi teen who is stuck in Gaza. 5

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Kiwi teen stuck in Gaza: Samuel Leason’s dad updates on Kiwis detained in Israel

New Zealand: Samuel Leason is involved in the Gaza aid flotilla and has chosen to stay on longer despite the risks. 7

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Gaza aid flotilla: Kiwi teenager Samuel Leason’s father says son plans to stay in strip