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indiatoday.intoday.inworld36 days ago
Israeli forces detain 428 activists after intercepting Gaza-bound flotilla
Israeli naval forces stopped more than 50 sailboats on May 18 and held the passengers for over two days aboard a converted military landing craft. Detainees described being processed, confined in shipping containers, and subjected to repeated stun grenade use before release.
en.antaranews.comworld61 days ago
Global Sumud Flotilla to Resume Voyage to Gaza from Turkey
The Global Sumud Flotilla announced it will depart from Turkey on Thursday with 54 vessels and more than 500 activists. The group is resuming its journey after Israeli forces intercepted 20 vessels near Crete on April 29 and detained two steering committee members. One of the rel…
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Israeli Forces Intercept Gaza-Bound Flotilla, Detain Crews After Warnings Ignored
Two filmmakers aboard vessels in the 50-ship Global Sumud Flotilla have described water cannon attacks, loss of radar contact and subsequent arrests as the convoy tried to reach Gaza in September 2025. Carlos Perez and Juliet Lamont provided firsthand testimony in the documentary…
citizen.co.zaworld66 days ago
Gaza Flotilla Vessels Head to Turkey After Israeli Navy Interception
Some 30 vessels from the Global Sumud Flotilla are sailing to Turkey following an interception by the Israeli Navy on international waters. Participants plan meetings in Marmaris with representatives from more than 50 countries to develop an updated legal strategy and revised ope…
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