In a dramatic turn of events, Israeli naval forces intercepted a large international aid flotilla bound for Gaza, detaining hundreds of activists, including high-profile figures like Swedish climate campaigner Greta Thunberg. The flotilla, aimed at breaking Israel’s long-standing blockade of Gaza, was halted in international waters, sparking a wave of global protests and condemnation.
The incident has sparked outrage across major world cities, with crowds in Europe, South America, and beyond rallying in support of Gaza, which faces famine after enduring two years of bombardment. The interception of the flotilla has reignited debates over Israel’s blockade of Gaza and the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the region.
Israeli authorities deployed hundreds of police officers to process some 450 international activists detained by naval forces in the Mediterranean Sea. Among those arrested were four Italian citizens who have since been deported by Israel. The interception of the flotilla has also led to clashes between protesters and police in London, further escalating tensions surrounding the incident.
In response to the interception, Tehran residents, along with students from the city’s universities, held a rally in solidarity with the Sumoud Global Convoy, a humanitarian mission attempting to break the siege of Gaza. The interception of the flotilla has drawn widespread attention and condemnation, with calls for Israel to end its blockade and allow humanitarian aid to reach Gaza.
The global protests and outrage over the Israeli interception of the Gaza aid flotilla highlight the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the region and the need for international action to address the situation. As tensions escalate and voices around the world demand justice and support for Gaza, the fate of the aid flotilla and the activists detained remains uncertain.
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1. France 24 – Last flotilla boat sails on towards Gaza after Israel interceptions
2. Al Jazeera – Global protests erupt over Israeli interception of Gaza aid flotilla
3. BBC News – Four Gaza flotilla activists deported by Israel
4. RT – WATCH London police clash with protesters over Gaza aid flotilla detention
5. Editorialge – Global Protests Erupt After Israel Detains Greta Thunberg on Gaza Aid Flotilla
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