A yacht, part of a humanitarian mission, has reportedly been boarded by Israeli soldiers, with notable activists, including Greta Thunberg, among those on board.
Israeli Forces Intercept Humanitarian Aid Yacht Bound for Gaza
Israeli Forces Intercept Humanitarian Aid Yacht Bound for Gaza
Activists report Israeli troops have seized a vessel carrying aid to the Gaza Strip, raising tensions in the region.
In a developing situation, the Freedom Flotilla Coalition shared that contact with the yacht, named Madleen, has been lost while it was traveling near Egypt's coast. Israeli authorities have indicated the military action is aimed at maintaining the blockade of Gaza to deter weapons from reaching terrorist groups.
Activists claim that the yacht, carrying humanitarian supplies, has been intercepted by the Israeli military. Following the incident, the Freedom Flotilla Coalition tweeted that connection with the Madleen has been severed, sharing an image of individuals on board displaying signs of distress. Among the passengers is renowned environmental activist Greta Thunberg, who is advocating for humanitarian causes.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has confirmed the military's orders to prevent any attempts to breach the blockade, citing security concerns regarding arms supplies to Hamas as justification for this action. As the situation escalates, further updates will continue to unfold regarding the fate of the crew and their humanitarian mission.
Activists claim that the yacht, carrying humanitarian supplies, has been intercepted by the Israeli military. Following the incident, the Freedom Flotilla Coalition tweeted that connection with the Madleen has been severed, sharing an image of individuals on board displaying signs of distress. Among the passengers is renowned environmental activist Greta Thunberg, who is advocating for humanitarian causes.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has confirmed the military's orders to prevent any attempts to breach the blockade, citing security concerns regarding arms supplies to Hamas as justification for this action. As the situation escalates, further updates will continue to unfold regarding the fate of the crew and their humanitarian mission.
