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Israel Intercepts Gaza Aid Flotilla and Begins Deportation of Hundreds of International Activists
Oct 04, 2025 01:26 am CST
Israel has deported the first four of over 470 activists detained after intercepting a 42-vessel humanitarian flotilla attempting to break the Gaza blockade. The Global Sumud Flotilla, carrying prominent figures including Greta Thunberg, was stopped by Israeli naval forces approximately 42 nautical miles from Gaza, sparking worldwide protests and raising concerns about press freedom after more than 20 journalists were among those detained.
Global Protests Erupt Following Israeli Interception of Gaza Aid Flotilla: Demonstrators Demand Sanctions
Oct 03, 2025 08:00 am CST
Worldwide demonstrations have erupted in response to Israel's interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza. From Europe to Australia, thousands of protesters gathered in major cities demanding sanctions against Israel and the release of activists, including politicians and climate campaigner Greta Thunberg. The flotilla, which departed from Barcelona last month, aimed to challenge Israel's blockade of Gaza where the UN reports famine conditions after nearly two years of conflict.