Summary
Israeli forces stopped an international flotilla trying to break Israel's naval blockade of Gaza by intercepting its last boat. This led to protests in several countries as activists on the boats were detained. A far-right Israeli minister accused the detained activists of supporting terrorism.
Key Facts
- Israeli forces intercepted the last boat from a flotilla attempting to break Gaza's sea blockade.
- Around 450 activists from the flotilla were detained and are set to be deported.
- The flotilla aimed to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza.
- The flotilla included notable figures like Greta Thunberg and Mandla Mandela.
- Protests erupted in various countries, including Italy, Spain, and France, against the flotilla's interception and in support of Gaza.
- Italian citizens were reportedly deported following their detention.
- An Israeli minister accused the activists of supporting terrorism during a visit to the detention site.
- The activists and some supporters dispute the terrorism claims, rejecting the accusations.
