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Gaza aid flotilla says Israeli forces intercepted 10 boats
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Gaza aid flotilla says Israeli forces intercepted 10 boats

From Irish Times · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A flotilla of 54 aid vessels bound for Gaza reported that Israeli forces intercepted 10 boats and lost contact with 23 others in the eastern Mediterranean.
  • Organizers of the Global Sumud Flotilla, carrying 426 people from 39 countries, demanded safe passage for their humanitarian mission.
  • Israel's foreign ministry stated it would not allow any breach of the lawful naval blockade on Gaza, calling the flotilla a provocation.

The Global Sumud Flotilla, on its third attempt to deliver vital aid to Gaza, faced interception by Israeli forces in international waters. Organizers condemned the actions, demanding safe passage for their non-violent humanitarian mission. This latest interception highlights the ongoing challenges and tensions surrounding aid delivery to the besieged Gaza Strip. Despite a ceasefire agreement aimed at increasing aid, Palestinians and international bodies report insufficient supplies reaching the territory, where millions have been displaced and face dire living conditions. Israel maintains it is not withholding supplies, citing millions of tons of aid that have entered Gaza since October 2025. The incident underscores the complex geopolitical situation and the critical need for unimpeded humanitarian access.

Military vessels are currently intercepting our fleet and [Israeli] forces are boarding the first of our boats in broad daylight.

— Global Sumud FlotillaStatement on X detailing the interception of their vessels.
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