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Commandos’ Testimony on IHH Clash: ‘I Thought I Would Die’

Warning: Graphic matter. Testimony of Navy soldiers attacked by terrorists reveals a crueler scene than once known. “I thought I was going to die."

Inquiry to Clear IDF in Flotilla Incident

Turkel Commission will submit the first part of its report on Sunday, will say that IDF’s didn't break international laws on Mavi Marmara.

‘Don’t Give a Fig for Turkey on Tu B'Shvat'

Almost all of the figs in Israel are imported, but a group is calling Tu B'Shvat to keep the holiday Zionist and boycott Turkish figs.

Study: ISM Working to Destroy Israel, Supports Terorism

Stuidy: ISM hindered the IDF in the Second Intifada, helps Hamas in Gaza, promotes anti-Israel hate propaganda worldwide. US turns blind eye.

Mavi Marmara to Set Sail Again

Ship which participated in flotilla will be returning to Istanbul later this month and is scheduled to once again set sail towards Gaza next May.

Asian Convoy from India on Way to Gaza, Via Iran

Convoy from India and other countries is on its way across Asia in yet another attempt to break Israel’s so-called blockade of Gaza.

FM: Turkey Should Apologize, Not Israel

In light of reports that Netanyahu may apologize to Turkey for the flotilla incident, FM Lieberman calls the idea a “cave-in to terrorism.”

Haifa U Bans Arab MK Zouabi

Haifa University has taken the unusual step - for it - of banning an Arab political event, because MK Hanin Zouabi was scheduled to participate.

Greek Captain: Flotilla 'Activists' Attempted to Hijack My Ship

Greek workers accused of kidnapping foreigners heading for Gaza say activists tried to hijack his ship, then “put on a show” of being in danger.

Flotilla Delayed as Ship's Captain Heads to Greece, not Gaza

Foreign Gaza activists face indefinite delay as ship's angry captain sails for Greece – with them still on board.

New Turkish Anti-Israel Film Highlights Revenge against IDF

Turkey is testing the chilly diplomatic ties with Israel with another anti-Zionist production, this time featuring the murder of Israeli soldiers.

Netanyahu Tells Navy Commandos, 'You’re the Greatest’

Netanyahu told Navy commandos who stopped IHH terrorists from reaching Gaza last May 31 they are heroes who “exposed the true nature of the IHH.”

'US Turning Blind Eye to Illegal ISM Activity '

The US ignores illegal activities by the communist-linked ISM, a US investigative reporter tells INN. “A greater threat than armed terrorists.”

Ashkenazi: 'Marmara' Passengers Fired First

IDF Chief Gabi Ashkenazi reveals that passengers aboard the Gaza-bound ship Mavi Marmara were the first to fire in a May battle.

Pro-Hamas Convoy Stuck in Syria

Members of the pro-Hamas 'Viva Palestina' who planned to sail to Egypt remain trapped in Syria over a dispute with contractors.

Israel Denies Abusing Mavi Marmara Detainees

Israeli officials deny UN report that claimed people arrested on the Mavi Marmara were abused.

Anti-Israel Turkish Movie Filmed on Marmara

Latest installment of anti-Israeli series which deals with flotilla incident was filmed on Mavi Marmara which took part in the flotilla.

Turkel Commission to Hear from Flotilla Passengers

The Turkel commission will hear from Arab-Israeli flotilla passengers, far-left organizations.

IHH Plans New Int'l Flotilla to Break Gaza Blockade

The Turkish-based IHH group, linked to terrorism, is planning a second flotilla to break Israel’s blockade of Gaza on the anniversary of Cast Lead.

High Court to Maguire: Take Your Propaganda with You and Leave

The High Court rejects appeal by Nobel Laureate and flotilla activist Maguire to remain in the country. “Keep your propaganda out of the court.”

Irish Nobel Winner Denied Entry After Attempt to Reach Gaza

An Irish Nobel laureate who participated in a June flotilla to Gaza is stopped after trying to enter Israel as part of a women's delegation.

Terror Expert: Navy Saved Jewish Leftists

Anti-terror expert Maj.-Gen Yigal Pressler: Jewish leftists on the 'Irene' could have been abducted by terrorists had they reached Gaza.

As Predicted, UNHRC Blames Israel in Flotilla Probe

The UN's Human Rights Council condemns Israel in its flotilla probe. PM terms report “tendentious, distorted.”

IDF Chief Warns of Possible Clash as Flotillas Head to Gaza

IDF Chief of Staff Gabi Ashkenazi warns there may be more clashes and casualties if new flotillas try to break Israel's blockade of Gaza by force.

Pro-Hamas Activists Launch Sea-Land Convoy to Gaza

Pro-Hamas activists have launched a sea-land convoy to Gaza via Egypt despite Israel’s allowing most aid items to enter through Gaza crossings.

After the Flotilla, Pro-Gaza Americans to Send Airplane

Activists in the U.S. hope to break through to Hamas-run Gaza on a “humanitarian” airplane.

Flotilla Member Participated In Past Terror Attacks

IHH activist wounded on Mavi Marmara participated in 1996 attack on Russian ferry in the Black Sea.

IDF Prosecutor Testifies, Defends Gaza Blockade

Top IDF attorney Avichai Mandelblit testifies to the Turkel commission, defends Israeli blockade of Gaza as “purely military.”

Cyprus to Block Lebanese Ship from Gaza

Cyprus says it will prevent a ship headed for Gaza filled with female activists from breaking Israel's maritime blockade of the region.

BBC Airs 'Fair' Presentation on Flotilla Clash

The BBC, often criticized as anti-Israel, earns rare praise from Jewish community for Panorama presentation on flotilla clash.

Spiritual Oil Spills, Flotillas

New Flotilla to Challenge IDF Off Gaza Coast

A new flotilla of ships is set to sail to Gaza in defiance of an IDF naval blockade in September, will include ships from Morocco, Qatar.

Israeli General: Flotilla Crew Planned to Kill and be Killed

Wife of man killed on Flotilla says 'he wanted to be a martyr'. General Eiland tells BBC: Flotilla crew planned violence.

Gaza: Goods Aplenty, Low Prices, No Buyers

Aid-convoy after aid-convoy arrives in El Arish for Gazans, stuffing the markets - but unemployment still rages.

Video Shows Zouabi Knew of Plans for Attack Aboard Marmari

Video clip shows Arab MK Zouabi lied in saying she didn't know that Turkish terrorists aboard flotilla ship were preparing to attack IDF soldiers.

Barak 'Takes Responsibility' for Flotilla Clash

Barak testifies he takes "full responsibility" for the flotilla clash between navy commandos and Turkish terror activists. Netanyahu links Iran.

Ban Ki-Moon and Netanyahu Clash on Flotilla Probe of IDF

Ban Ki-Moon denies agreeing to keep the IDF out of the UN probe on the flotilla clash. Netanyahu threatens to pull out of investigation.

Netanyahu Tells Committee: Unfortunately, Slander Happens

Netanyahu appears before the Turkel Commission, defending gov't actions that led up to the flotilla clash.

Marmara Returns to Turkey

Ships that participated in Gaza flotilla have left Israel and returned to Turkey.

Israel Agrees to UN Flotilla Inquiry of IDF

Israel for the first time gives the UN access to a probe of IDF, which will come under international scrutiny for its part in the flotilla clash.

Going on Offensive to Expose World Hypocrisy vs. Israel

Deputy FM Danny Ayalon decries double standards of int'l community vs. Israel and the hypocrisy of flotilla funders & organizers in a sharp op-ed.

Shalev: Lebanon Ships Will Not Be Allowed to Enter Gaza

Israel’s UN Ambassador warns that Lebanese ships will not be allowed to reach their destination.

Analysts: Similarity between 'Freedom Flotilla' and 'Lifeline 3'

Gaza 'Freedom Flotilla,' like the preceding Lifeline 3 convoy, was a violent Turkish operation. Terrorists learned from mistakes; did Israel?

IHH Linked to Turkish President Erdogan

The IHH “charity, which attacked Israeli Navy commandos and has been termed a terrorist group by Germany, is linked with Turkey’s ruling party.

Flotilla Group IHH May Earn 'Terrorist' Designation in US

The Turkish IHH group, whose members clashed with IDF soldiers in May, may be designated a terrorist organization in the US.

Eiland Team Presents: The Flotilla Incident - Step by Step

Watch the film, produced by the Eiland Team of Experts, breaking down the events of the Turkish flotilla using a timeline, 3D models and footage

Israel to UNHRC: Right to Maintain Maritime Blockade of Gaza

Israel is within its international legal rights to enforce a maritime blockade of Gaza, the Jewish State reminds the UN Human Rights Committee.

Libyan Ship to Dock in Egypt

A Libyan ship suspected of planning to reach Gaza has announced that it will dock in El Arish, Egypt.

IDF Probe Cites Flotilla ‘Mistakes;’ Libyan Ship Nears Gaza

An IDF probe says it made mistakes in preparing for the flotilla clash May 31, but there were no wholesale failures. A Libyan ship is on the way.

First Flotilla Probe Completed, Handed to Barak

The IDF's internal flotilla probe is complete. Results have been given to Barak and Ashkenazi, and will be released to the public.

Arab MK Helped Libyan Ship; MK Ben-Ari: Sink it

As blockade-busting Libyan ship nears Israel, it has been learned that MK Ahmed Tibi was involved. MK Ben-Ari says it should be sunk.

UN Watchdog: Probe Verdict Already Set

As the UN Human Rights Council names commissioners to its probe into flotilla clash, watchdog group warns: Probe marred by predetermined verdict.

Lebanese Flotilla with 'Women's Boat' May Be Drydocked

A planned flotilla from Lebanon to Gaza may stand down as pro-terror intentions are revealed.

New and Improved Flotilla Committee

Flotilla-inquiry committee has its mandate expanded slightly, withdraws its threat to resign, and will convene for its second session on July 11.

Turkish Rally for Flotilla Raises Flag with Nazi Symbol

Turkish supporters for flotillas aimed at breaking Israel’s maritime embargo on Gaza recently raised the Nazi flag with an expression of gratitude.

Iran to Hide Behind Hizbullah in Lebanon Sail to Gaza

Iran backed down three times from its bravado of challenging Israel on the high seas. Now it says its MPs will sail with Hizbullah-Lebanese ships.

Iran Calls Off Gaza Flotilla over 'Israeli Threats'

A planned Iranian flotilla to Gaza will not set sail, organizers blamed “Israeli threats.”

US Warns Lebanon: Don't Send Flotilla to Gaza

The U.S. has warned Lebanon not to send a flotilla to violate Israel's sovereignty over Gaza waters.

Lebanese Flotilla Activist: ‘Either Martyrdom or Victory’

“Either martyrdom or victory,” says a Lebanese woman activist who is prepared to board another attempt to reach Hamas-controlled Gaza.

Iran Changes Course on Ship; Israel Trains for the Worst

The on again-off again Gaza-bound ship from Iran is back on course, Tehran announced. Israeli Navy preparing for suicide bombers on high seas.