Israel intercepts Gaza flotilla near Crete and detains 175 activists
Summary
Israeli naval forces intercepted a flotilla of pro-Palestinian activists near the Greek island of Crete in international waters. About 175 people from more than 20 boats were detained and taken to Israel while trying to break the naval blockade of Gaza.Key Facts
- At least 22 boats from the Global Sumud Flotilla were intercepted near Crete.
- The flotilla had 58 vessels from Spain, France, and Italy aiming to deliver aid to Gaza.
- Israeli forces detained about 175 activists and are transporting them to Israel.
- The flotilla organizers called the interception "piracy" and said it violated international law.
- Israel said the flotilla was a public relations stunt and accused Hamas of supporting it.
- Israel maintains its naval blockade of Gaza and says its actions follow international law.
- The flotilla had sailed for two weeks before being stopped near Crete, about 600 miles from Gaza.
- Activist Greta Thunberg was involved in a previous flotilla stopped by Israel.
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