Global Sumud Flotilla sets sail from Tunisia to break Israel’s Gaza siege
Summary
An international convoy named the Global Sumud Flotilla has left Tunisia with the goal of breaking Israel's blockade on Gaza to deliver humanitarian aid. The flotilla includes over 40 boats with activists from various countries. The effort continues despite previous encounters and recent attacks on some of the convoy's ships.Key Facts
- The Global Sumud Flotilla aims to challenge Israel's blockade on Gaza and provide aid.
- The flotilla departed from Bizerte Port in Tunisia with over 40 boats.
- Between 500 and 700 activists from more than 40 countries are participating.
- Franco-Palestinian lawmaker Rima Hassan is among the participants.
- Greta Thunberg, a Swedish climate activist, supports the flotilla.
- Two flotilla ships were attacked near Tunis, allegedly by drones, with suspected Israeli involvement.
- Tunisia's Ministry of the Interior confirmed an investigation into the attacks.
- Israel previously intercepted similar missions, halting other Gaza-bound vessels in international waters.
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