Media advisory: Jim Manly’s ordeal nearly over; the ordeal in Gaza continues

23 October 2012

Jim will hold a press conference on arrival

When: Wednesday 24 October 2012, 9:30AM EDT

Where: Pearson International Airport, Terminal 1

Jim Manly, Former Canadian MP (1980-88) and retired United Church Minister, is expected in Toronto Wednesday morning after being abducted by the Israeli army in International waters when the Freedom Flotilla ship, the Estelle, heading to Gaza carrying aid and solidarity, was attacked by the Israeli navy.

Jim Manly has been deported today, was put on a flight during the past hour and is expected in Toronto tomorrow morning (Wed. October 24, 2012) on flight UA8505.

Watch smuggled footage of the Israeli navy surrounding the Estelle:

http://youtu.be/JcIdyJtmYgI

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