Summary
Al Jazeera investigated a shell company named Al-Majd Europe, which allegedly helped Palestinians secretly leave Gaza by plane to South Africa, charging them large fees. The South African government allowed the passengers to enter the country, citing compassion, while investigating the circumstances. The article suggests that Israeli officials may support the organized emigration as part of wider plans to change the population in Gaza.
Key Facts
- Al-Majd Europe is an unregistered company that reportedly helped Palestinians leave Gaza covertly for high fees.
- Al Jazeera found that 153 Palestinians flew from Gaza to South Africa in November, using a mystery flight.
- The South African President allowed the passengers entry out of compassion but announced an investigation.
- Israel has set up a bureau aiming for the voluntary departure of Palestinians from Gaza.
- Al-Majd Europe falsely advertised humanitarian efforts, promising safety and medical treatment to those leaving Gaza.
- Fees for leaving Gaza reportedly ranged between $1,000 and $2,500 per person.
- Flights used by Al-Majd Europe were conducted without proper exit stamps, involving a new airline called FLYYO.
- FLYYO organized similar flights from Israeli airports to various international destinations.
