Israel releases all but two activists in Greece after intercepting Gaza aid flotilla
Summary
Israel intercepted a flotilla of boats carrying aid to Gaza in international waters near Greece and detained about 175 pro-Palestinian activists. Most activists were released in Greece, but two remain in Israeli custody for suspected illegal activities. The flotilla aimed to break Israel's naval blockade of Gaza, and the incident has drawn reactions from Israel, Greece, and the United States.Key Facts
- Around 175 activists on 22 boats were detained by Israel near Crete while trying to send aid to Gaza.
- Two men are still held by Israel; one suspected of ties to a terrorist group, the other of illegal acts.
- The rest of the activists were released on the Greek island of Crete with help from Greek authorities.
- The flotilla began sailing two weeks ago from Spain, France, and Italy, with 58 vessels total.
- Israel says their operation was peaceful and lawful, done in international waters to enforce a legal blockade.
- The Israeli foreign ministry found drugs and contraceptives on some boats during inspection.
- The flotilla group called the seizure illegal and demanded the release of all detained activists.
- The U.S. State Department supported Israel’s action, calling the flotilla a “political stunt.”
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