Gaza flotilla with Greta Thunberg on board departs Barcelona
Summary
A group of boats carrying 350 activists, including Greta Thunberg, left Barcelona for Gaza. The aim is to break what activists call Israel's blockade of Gaza, delivering medical and food supplies. The flotilla will set off in two stages, with the second group launching from Tunisia on September 4.Key Facts
- The flotilla consists of around 20 boats leaving Barcelona for Gaza.
- 350 pro-Palestinian activists, including Greta Thunberg, are on board.
- The purpose is to challenge the Israeli blockade and deliver supplies.
- A storm delayed the flotilla's initial departure.
- Activists plan a two-part mission with the second stage leaving from Tunisia.
- Israeli forces have intercepted similar missions before.
- In the past, attempts to reach Gaza by sea have been stopped by Israel.
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