"Naval blockades have reshaped economies, societies, and alliances across generations, sometimes with instant shockwaves, sometimes with effects only seen later."
"Israel's complete land, sea and air blockade of the Gaza Strip is one of the longest sieges in modern history, causing a prolonged humanitarian and economic crisis."
"Fishermen in Gaza have been restricted to 6-15 nautical miles from shore, well below the 20-nautical-mile zone guaranteed by the Oslo Accords."
"Since 2010, all flotillas attempting to break the Gaza blockade have been intercepted or attacked by Israel in international waters."
Naval blockades are a historical weapon of war that disrupt supply lines without the need for ground troops. The Strait of Hormuz is currently affected by competing blockades from the U.S. and Iran. Israel's blockade of the Gaza Strip, ongoing since 2007, has led to a humanitarian crisis for its 2.3 million residents. Restrictions on fishing and goods have intensified since 2023, prompting desperate measures among fishermen. Attempts to break the blockade through Freedom Flotilla campaigns have faced interception and violence from Israel.
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