Israel says 430 Gaza flotilla activists being transferred to Israel
Israel has announced the transfer of 430 activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla to its territory after intercepting their vessels at sea. The flotilla, which originated from Turkey, aimed to breach Israel's blockade of Gaza, a move that Israeli officials have criticized as a public relations stunt. The United States has also imposed sanctions on individuals associated with the flotilla, while Indonesia and Turkey have condemned the interception of their citizens.
- ▪The Global Sumud Flotilla was intercepted by Israeli forces while attempting to breach the blockade of Gaza.
- ▪All 430 activists have been transferred to Israeli vessels and are en route to Israel.
- ▪The United States sanctioned four individuals linked to the flotilla, labeling them as pro-terrorist.
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Israel says 430 Gaza flotilla activists being transferred to IsraelSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxIsraeli soldiers are seen on a vessel bearing symbols of the Global Sumud Flotilla, with a cargo ship behind it, as seen from Ashdod, southern Israel, on May 19.PHOTO: REUTERSPublished May 20, 2026, 12:35 PMUpdated May 20, 2026, 12:35 PMTEL AVIV – The Israeli authorities have said that 430 activists on board a Gaza-bound aid flotilla were en route to Israel, after their vessels were intercepted at sea.Sailing from Turkey last week, the Global Sumud Flotilla vessels are the latest in a string of attempts by activists to breach Israel’s blockade of the Palestinian territory, with the last convoy intercepted by Israeli forces in April.“Another PR flotilla has come to an…
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