US EditionReaction to Israel's interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla
- On October 2, 2025, the Israeli navy intercepted multiple vessels of the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying around 500 activists, including Greta Thunberg, attempting to break the blockade of Gaza and transferred detainees to Israeli ports for processing and deportation.
- The flotilla began its voyage last month and resumed on September 15 after a stop in Tunisia, aiming to deliver humanitarian aid but was warned by Israel that it was violating a lawful naval blockade and entering an active combat zone.
- Several vessels were aggressively approached and boarded by Israeli forces; communications were lost with some boats, and organizers termed the interceptions illegal since the flotilla traversed international waters despite Israel offering alternative aid delivery channels.
- Israel's Foreign Ministry stated on social media that activists were safe and healthy, with deportation to Europe planned, while Turkey, Pakistan, Malaysia, and Colombia condemned the interceptions as violations of international law or acts of terrorism.
- The interception sparked protests and solidarity strikes in Italy and other countries, while governments urged caution and adherence to international law amid ongoing criticism of Israel's actions and the continuing war in Gaza sparked by Hamas' 2023 attack.
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A ship that had mechanical problems and therefore followed a little late in relation to most of the fleet members who were intercepted by Israel. Marinette is the name of the ship.
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Last flotilla boat sails on towards Gaza after Israel interceptions
The only remaining boat in a flotilla carrying aid to Gaza sailed towards the war-torn Palestinian territory on Friday, after Israeli navy interceptions of its fellow vessels drew worldwide protests.
Global outcry as Israel stops Gaza-bound flotilla
Israel faced international condemnation and protests on Thursday after its military intercepted almost all of about 40 boats in a flotilla carrying aid to Gaza and took captive more than 450 foreign activists, including Swedish campaigner Greta Thunberg. Cameras broadcasting live feeds from the boats showed armed Israeli soldiers in helmets and night vision goggles boarding the ships, while passengers huddled in life vests with their hands up. A…
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