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Al-Monitorworld38 days ago
Activist Flotilla Departs Turkey in Renewed Attempt to Breach Gaza Naval Blockade
Ships set sail from Marmaris on May 14, 2026, after two prior interceptions by Israeli forces. Activists cited the ongoing blockade and insufficient aid reaching Gaza's more than 2 million people. Previous efforts included a departure from Spain on April 12 and an October mission…
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Israeli Court Extends Detention of Two Gaza Flotilla Activists Until May 10
An Israeli court extended the detention of Spanish activist Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian Thiago Avila by six days until May 10, following their arrest aboard a Gaza-bound flotilla. The two were detained on April 29 after Israeli forces intercepted the vessels in international wa…
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jns.orgworld52 days agoUpdated
Israeli Navy Intercepts Gaza-Bound Flotilla Near Crete, Detains 175 Activists
Israeli forces intercepted 22 boats from a humanitarian flotilla in international waters near Crete, detaining about 175 activists. Organizers called the action piracy, while Israel described it as a necessary measure to enforce its blockade. Greece coordinated with Israel for th…
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