Gaza Aid Flotilla Intercepted by Israel, Activists Hospitalized
Gaza activists disperse after flotilla halted by Israel off Crete
Hindustan Times
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A Gaza-bound aid flotilla was intercepted by Israeli forces off the coast of Crete, leading to the hospitalization of 31 activists. The flotilla aimed to break the blockade of Gaza, which has been in place since 2007, amidst ongoing humanitarian crises exacerbated by the recent conflict with Hamas.
- 01Dozens of activists were hospitalized after Israeli forces intercepted their flotilla near Crete.
- 02The flotilla aimed to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, which has been under blockade since 2007.
- 03Israeli officials labeled the flotilla a provocation, while European governments called for the release of detained activists.
- 04The United States described the flotilla as a stunt and is considering consequences for supporters.
- 05The ongoing conflict has led to severe shortages of essential goods in Gaza.
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On Friday, dozens of activists from a Gaza-bound aid flotilla were intercepted by Israeli forces off the coast of Crete, resulting in 31 activists being hospitalized. The flotilla, comprising over 175 activists from various countries, sought to break the blockade of Gaza, which has been in place since 2007. Israeli officials described the intervention as necessary, labeling the flotilla a provocation aimed at distracting from Hamas's actions. The Global Sumud Flotilla claimed that their equipment had been destroyed and that they faced a 'calculated death trap at sea.' Following the interception, several European governments demanded the release of detained activists, while the United States dismissed the flotilla as a stunt. The ongoing conflict in Gaza has led to severe shortages of food, water, and medical supplies, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in the region.
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The interception of the flotilla highlights the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where shortages of essential goods are critical.
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