Israel intercepts Gaza aid flotilla off Greek coast, activists say
Summary
Israeli forces stopped 22 aid boats near the Greek island of Crete that were trying to break Israel’s blockade of Gaza. About 175 activists on these boats were detained and are being taken to Israel, while the flotilla’s remaining boats are still heading toward Gaza.Key Facts
- Israeli navy intercepted 22 vessels of the Global Sumud Flotilla near Crete in international waters.
- Around 175 activists from over 20 boats were detained and are being brought to Israel.
- Activists said Israeli forces damaged their boats and left them stranded in dangerous conditions before the takeover.
- Israel called the flotilla a publicity stunt and labeled the activists as provocateurs.
- The flotilla aims to break Israel’s naval blockade of Gaza, where a humanitarian crisis is ongoing.
- Previous flotilla attempts, including one in October 2023, were stopped by Israel with arrests and deportations.
- The United Nations reported ongoing violence and severe humanitarian problems in Gaza, with many people displaced.
- The Israel-Hamas conflict has caused tens of thousands of deaths and widespread suffering in the region.
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