Why have Spain and Italy sent ships to assist the Gaza Sumud flotilla?
Summary
Spain and Italy have sent naval ships to support the Global Sumud Flotilla heading to Gaza. The flotilla aims to break Israel's naval blockade, but Israel opposes this and has reportedly attacked similar attempts before. The move comes after Spain and Italy expressed concerns about their citizens' safety on board the flotilla.Key Facts
- Spain and Italy have dispatched ships to aid the Global Sumud Flotilla towards Gaza.
- The Sumud Flotilla aims to deliver aid to Gaza despite Israel's naval blockade.
- Previous attempts to deliver aid have been stopped by Israeli forces.
- Spain’s Prime Minister emphasized the safety of Spanish citizens and compliance with international law.
- The Israeli government has not officially commented on attacks against the flotilla.
- Italy's Prime Minister described the flotilla as "dangerous," but sent a ship as an act of humanity.
- Israeli National Security Minister called the flotilla's activists "terrorists."
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