flotilla

Against Israel

France launches war crimes probe over flotilla interception

France opens a war crimes probe into Israel’s alleged mistreatment of French activists bound for Gaza.

Kibbutz-born woman who converted to Islam lambasts Israel

Zohar Regev, 56, from Kibbutz Kfar Ha-Horesh, spoke to Al Jazeera in an interview about her conversion to Islam, her harsh criticism of Zionism, and her participation in the flotilla.

The Global Sumud Flotilla:

Dismantling the Islamist maritime lawfare machine

By conventional military metrics, Israel prevailed completely. By the metrics that the flotilla's architects actually care about, the results are more complicated. Opinion.

$100k bounty

Disturbing: Hackers post info on 'Israeli naval officers'

Iranian-linked hackers published alleged details of 69 supposed Shayetet 13 members and threatened Israeli officials following the Gaza flotilla raid.

Canadian PM slams Ben Gvir video of Gaza flotilla activists

In a conversation with President Isaac Herzog, Canadian PM Mark Carney slams Israel over what he terms the "unacceptable" treatment of flotilla activists.

Europeans worry:

Sanctions on Ben Gvir may strengthen him

European Union, out to sanction National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, begins to worry move may help him in the upcoming elections.

Reverse Rebuke:

Israel demands answers from Spain over Gaza flotilla

The chargé d’affaires of the Spanish embassy in Israel was summoned for a clarification meeting following videos that showed violence by the Spanish police against activists of the flotilla to Gaza.

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Police in Spain beat Gaza flotilla activists

Gaza flotilla activists clash with police after allegedly blocking other passengers from exiting plane at the Bilbao airport. Israeli Foreign Ministry 'demands explanation from Spanish government.

UK Chief Rabbi on Ben-Gvir:

'Very antithesis of core Jewish values'

Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis condemns Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's actions while visiting flotilla activists, calls them 'shameful' and 'awful Chillul Hashem.'

MK Kroizer: All Israeli's are proud of Ben-Gvir's actions

MK Yitzhak Kroizer defended Itamar Ben-Gvir after criticism erupted over footage taunting detained Gaza flotilla activists, as Israel continues to be hit with diplomatic backlash.

'Degrading'

EU official slams Ben Gvir for conduct toward flotilla activists

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas condemns what she describes as National Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's "degrading" video of encounter with detained Gaza flotilla activists.

'Knowingly harmed Israel'

Ben-Gvir confronts activists, sparks international incident

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir drew fierce backlash after filming detained Gaza flotilla activists at Ashdod Port.

Following criticism:

Ben-Gvir lashes out at Sa'ar from Knesset podium

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir sharply criticized Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar over backlash to footage of detained flotilla activists.

South Korea claims Israel kidnapped its citizens

Lee Jae-myung alleges that during the navy's takeover of the flotilla en route from Turkey to the Gaza Strip, several of his country's citizens were detained.

Irish PM blasts Israel over interception of Gaza-bound flotilla

Irish leaders condemn Israel for detaining citizens attempting to breach the Gaza blockade, including the sister of President Connolly.

'A PR stunt'

Navy concludes interception of latest Gaza flotilla

The Israeli Navy concludes intercepting latest Gaza-bound flotilla and detains 430 activists who attempted to violate the naval blockade of the Strip.

Gaza-bound Flotilla:

US sanctions flotilla organizers over alleged Hamas-linked ties

The US sanctioned four individuals linked to a Gaza aid flotilla, citing alleged ties to Hamas and efforts to disrupt terrorist financing.

Security cameras:

Navy took control of flotilla, played Israel's Eurovision song

Security cameras on the Gaza-bound flotilla document the moment the Navy took control of the loudspeakers, played the song “Michelle," and then carried out a physical takeover of the ships.

Done this 100 times:

Shayetet 13 takes over the Gaza flotilla

Shayetet 13 soldiers continue their takeover of the Turkish flotilla of Hamas supporters who were trying to reach Gaza.

Irish President 'proud' of sister arrested on flotilla

Ireland's President Catherine Connolly backs her sister who was detained by Israeli forces on a Gaza-bound flotilla.

Live:

IDF fighters take control of Gaza-bound flotilla

A naval operation hundreds of kilometers from Israel’s shores: Naval commando fighters have begun operating to stop the flotilla ships that departed from Turkey en route to the Gaza Strip

Sovereignty as a Weapon:

Iran's maritime lawfare and the flotilla farce

Iran cannot currently launch a missile campaign, but it can demand international vessels file paperwork. Hamas cannot currently rocket Tel Aviv, but it can sail toward a blockaded coast and let the cameras do the rest. Opinion.

Israel deports two activists after Gaza flotilla provocation

Israel deports Spanish citizen Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian national Thiago Avila, who were arrested aboard the Gaza flotilla in late April.

Gaza flotilla

Spain summons Israeli envoy over detention of activist

Spain summons Israel's envoy to protest the detention of an activist aboard the flotilla that tried to breach the naval blockade of the Gaza Strip.

'Likelihood of escalation'

Israel issues warning over pro-flotilla protest in Athens

Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism issues a warning regarding a scheduled protest in Greece tonight - calling for the release of two activists from the "Global Sumud" flotilla; risk level assessed as high.

Impending diplomatic clash?

Spain demands release of flotilla activists

Spain demands release of citizen detained after Gaza flotilla interception as court extends custody and claims of mistreatment surface.

Spanish FM claims:

'Our nationals were illegally detained on Gaza flotilla'

Spain strongly condemns the detention of one of its citizens seized by Israeli forces during the interception of Gaza-bound flotilla.

'Show up for Jews too'

Jewish group hits back at Mayor Mamdani

Jewish Community Relations Council of New York criticizes Mayor Zohran Mamdani for condemning Israel’s interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla while remaining silent on antisemitic incident in Brooklyn.

Mamdani slams Israel for arresting Gaza flotilla activists

New York City Mayor criticizes Israel for intercepting the Global Sumud Flotilla and detaining over 175 activists, calling the action an unlawful violation of international law.

US slams Gaza flotilla:

'Pro-Hamas, counterproductive stunt'

State Department Spokesperson strongly condemns the Global Sumud Flotilla which was intercepted by the Israeli Navy, says the flotilla circumvents proper humanitarian channels.

Sa'ar

Flotilla participants to be sent to Greece

Foreign Minister announces that the participants in the Gaza flotilla which was intercepted last night will not be detained in Israel but will be offloaded at a Greek beach.

Navy intercepts Gaza-bound flotilla

Activists with Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla report being approached by Israeli military speedboats and frigates. Israeli officials confirms Navy intercepted the flotilla.

Israel sanctions Hamas-linked Gaza flotilla campaign

Defense Minister Israel Katz announces sanctions targeting crowdfunding effort behind 'humanitarian' flotilla.

New flotilla en route towards Gaza

Gaza-bound flotilla estimated to include 100 vessels, including from Turkey and Greece.

Call for global support

Anti-Israel activists plan 100‑boat flotilla to Gaza

Organizers plan a 100‑boat flotilla to Gaza in March, calling it the largest civilian effort yet and urging the world to stop Israeli interception.

Israel to seize vessels used in Gaza-bound flotilla

State Prosecutor's Office requests to permanently seize 50 naval vessels used in 'Sumud' flotilla, noting majority are affiliated with the Hamas terror group.

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Greta Thunberg skewered in flotilla sketch on 'Eretz Nehederet'

Israeli satire TV show “Eretz Nehederet” mocks Greta Thunberg’s Gaza flotilla efforts, highlighting her outrage at a ceasefire and selective concern based on who’s involved in the conflict.

IDF intercepts Gaza Flotilla, detains 150 activists at sea

Israeli Navy intercepts nine boats, arrests 150, attempting to breach blockade of Gaza.

Greta Thunberg accuses Israel of genocide after deportation

Greta Thunberg, deported from Israel after joining a Gaza aid flotilla, receives a hero’s welcome in Greece and accuses Israel of “live-streamed genocide”.

42-vessel Gaza flotilla delivered just 2 tons of aid, says Israel

Israel says the intercepted Global Sumud flotilla carried under 2 tons of aid - less than 1/10 of a single truck - calling it a deceptive stunt, not a genuine humanitarian effort.

Ahead of deportation

Spanish flotilla activist bites Israeli medic

Spanish flotilla activist bites an Israeli medic at Ketziot Prison ahead of her deportation. Police called. Medic suffers minor injuries.

Empty ships, empty promises:

The Gaza aid flotilla that wasn’t

Who pays for all this? Chartering ships, crews, logistics, international media coordination — it doesn’t come cheap. Opinion.

Greta complained:

Greta Thunberg alleges mistreatment in Israeli custody

Greta Thunberg claims she faced harsh conditions after joining the 'Sumud' flotilla to Gaza. Minister Ben-Gvir rejected the claims, calling the activists terror supporters.

Israel deports 137 flotilla activists to Turkey

Turkish Foreign Ministry says 137 Gaza flotilla activists on board Turkish Airlines flight from Israel.

Inside the flotilla:

Police spokesperson reveals empty vessel, no humanitarian aid

Watch: Israel Police spokesperson to international media boards one of the vessels from the intercepted Gaza-bound flotilla, revealing there was no aid aboard despite activist claims.

Shayetet 13 seizes final ship of pro-Palestinian flotilla

Israeli Navy takes over 'Marinet,' the last ship in the Hamas-Sumud flotilla of hate; over 400 activists in flotilla arrested and deported.

Israeli Navy intercepts Gaza flotilla, arrests activists

Israeli Navy intercepts Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla. Greta Thunberg among activists detained, operation expected to go on through Yom Kippur.

Greece, Italy urge Gaza flotilla to halt

Greece and Italy urged the Global Sumud Flotilla to halt its Gaza mission, backing US President Trump’s peace initiative and calling for safe, coordinated delivery of aid.

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Green Prince's counter-flotilla initiative

Mosab Hassan Yousef, the son of a founding member of Hamas, talks about his initiative against Hamas supporters and the flotilla that is on its way to the coast of Gaza.

Gaza flotilla enters 'high-risk zone', claims drone activity

Gaza-bound flotilla which seeks to breach Israeli naval blockade enters zone where previous flotillas were intercepted.

Warns of risk to Trump plan

Meloni urges Gaza flotilla to halt

Italian PM Meloni urges the Global Sumud Flotilla to halt its Gaza-bound mission, warning it could destabilize peace efforts tied to Trump’s newly proposed regional plan. Sa’ar to flotilla participants: Listen to Meloni.

Hamas documents prove link to Sumud Flotilla

Official documents found in Gaza indicate a direct link between Hamas and the leadership of the Sumud flotilla.

Aid flotilla resumes Gaza mission after drone strike off Crete

An international flotilla with 47 boats, including Greta Thunberg, sails for Gaza to defy Israel’s blockade. Italy urges caution, citing danger.

Flotilla departs Italy to challenge Israeli blockade of Gaza

Ten vessels carrying 60 activists and officials leave Sicily for Gaza, intend to join Global Sumud Flotilla which aims to challenge Israel’s blockade.

Spain, Italy deploy warships to protect Gaza flotilla

Spain and Italy send ships to assist citizens on board boats attempting to enter Gaza. Italian PM calls on aid to be transferred via Cyprus, calling flotilla 'gratuitous, dangerous, and irresponsible.'

Israel warns Gaza flotilla against naval blockade breach

Israel's Foreign Ministry warns a Gaza-bound flotilla, dubbed the “Hamas Flotilla,” not to breach a naval blockade. The ministry advises they unload aid in Israel for transfer to Gaza.

Greek ships join Gaza flotilla to challenge Israel's blockade

Two Greek ships join the Global Sumud flotilla, which is aiming to breach the Israeli blockade of Gaza and deliver humanitarian aid.

Tunisia claims:

Gaza flotilla was hit with 'premeditated' drone attack

After previously saying there were no drones in the area, Tunisia claims “premeditated aggression” on Gaza aid flotilla.

Second night in a row

Gaza flotilla again claims it was struck by a drone

Global Sumud Flotilla claims a second boat was hit by a drone en route to Gaza, a night after Tunisia said no UAV presence was noted in the area.

Gaza flotilla claims it was attacked by drone in Tunisia

Gaza-bound flotilla docked in Tunisia reports suspected drone strike. All aboard are safe. Tunisia's National Guard: No drone activity detected in the area.