politics
май 15, 2026
After Seizures, International Flotilla Resumes Crossing Towards Gaza
Days after attacks, illegal detentions, and torture allegations by Israeli military forces, activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla international mission have resumed their journey towards the Gaza Strip, Palestine.
TL;DR
- The Global Sumud Flotilla mission has resumed its journey towards Gaza after previous setbacks.
- The mission includes 54 vessels and approximately 500 participants from 45 countries.
- Activists reported illegal detentions, alleged aggression, isolation, and torture by Israeli forces during a previous interception near Greece.
- The flotilla aims to break the Israeli blockade on Gaza and deliver humanitarian aid.
- A land convoy is also being organized from North Africa to reach Gaza.
- The mission is linked to the Palestinian concept of 'sumud,' meaning resistance and perseverance.