THEto Global Sumud Flotillawhich started with the aim of bringing help to Gaza, was intercepted about 70 miles from the coast from the Navy of Israel. On board too Greta Thunbergtogether with other international activists. The Israeli Foreign Ministry has released a video confirming: “Greta and its friends are healthy and safe”.
Global Sumud Mission Flotilla blocked by the Israel Navy
Flotillia counted 44 boats and almost 500 people. After twenty days of navigation, the volunteers met 16 ships of the Israeli Navywho ordered the reversal of course to the port of Ashdod, where Aid will be inspected. At the moment, according to the promoters of the initiative, “19 boats have been intercepted, 23 others are brought to Gaza”. For the Global Sumud Flotilla, the mission remains a result in any case: in these years, Nobody had managed to approach so much on the coasts of the strip.
Abordage of the Alma flagship ship
The action took place during the Yom Kippurwith a special pantry for the military. Israeli forces have used hydrants to create disorientation. The ship Almawho transported the leaders including Greta Thunbergthe Brazilian Thiago Avila and Italian Tony La Piccirellawas the first to be stopped. The activists followed the expected protocol, throwing the phones into the sea and surrendering without resistance.
Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani He said he asked Israel to “do not commit acts of violence against people who are on board”, specifying that Activists will be expelled and reported in Europe. For those who refuse to sign the expulsion document, judicial proceedings are provided. By the Minister of Defense Guido Crosetto A clarification has arrived: “A block, not an attack”.
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