Israeli Military Surrounds Pro-Palestinian Flotilla in International Waters
Israeli Military Boats Surround Gaza Aid Flotilla In International Waters
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A flotilla of over 50 pro-Palestinian boats attempting to challenge Israel's naval blockade on Gaza has reported being surrounded by Israeli military vessels in international waters near Crete, Greece. The Global Sumud Flotilla claims to have lost communication with several boats and faced threats during the encounter.
- 01The Global Sumud Flotilla, consisting of over 50 boats, was surrounded by Israeli military vessels.
- 02Organizers reported threats of violence and lost communication with 11 boats.
- 03The flotilla aims to challenge Israel's blockade on Gaza, which has been in place since 2007.
- 04Past flotillas have faced similar interceptions by the Israeli navy, raising tensions in the region.
- 05The situation highlights ongoing conflicts related to maritime missions and the Israel-Palestine issue.
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The Global Sumud Flotilla, a convoy of over 50 boats carrying pro-Palestinian activists, has reported being surrounded by Israeli military vessels while sailing in international waters near Crete, Greece. Organizers stated that the Israeli naval forces threatened violence and kidnapping, leading to lost communications with 11 vessels. The flotilla, which departed from various European ports including Marseille, France, and Barcelona, Spain, aims to challenge Israel's long-standing blockade on the Gaza Strip, imposed since 2007. The blockade remains a contentious issue in the Israel-Palestine conflict. Previous flotillas have faced similar interceptions, with activists claiming unlawful actions by the Israeli navy. The situation escalated as military speedboats approached, reportedly using lasers and weapons to intimidate participants. This incident underscores the heightened tensions surrounding maritime missions in the region.
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The incident raises concerns for the safety of activists and could escalate tensions in the region, affecting international relations regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict.
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