Authorities in Egypt and Libya have detained numerous activists aiming to break Israel's blockade on Gaza, particularly during the Global March to Gaza initiative. Activists from multiple countries reported being stopped and having their passports taken at checkpoints, with some being held in poor conditions. The march aimed to deliver aid to Gaza, coinciding with additional solidarity actions, and participants were calling upon their embassies for assistance in securing their release. Approximately 4,000 activists were expected to participate, emphasizing the international nature of the movement.
Forty participants of the Global March to Gaza have had their passports taken at a checkpoint on the way out of Cairo, according to organizers.
The activists are from France, Spain, Canada, Turkiye and the United Kingdom, highlighting the international nature of the initiative.
Organisers stated that participants were to travel to the Rafah crossing with Gaza, coinciding with other solidarity efforts.
Activists urged embassies to help secure their release as they were being held in the heat and not allowed to move.
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