"Israel's actions mark a dangerous and unprecedented escalation, the abduction of civilians in the middle of the Mediterranean, over 600 miles from Gaza, in full view of the world."
"By targeting the Global Sumud Flotilla, whose mission is to draw attention to the humanitarian catastrophe faced by the innocent people of Gaza, Israel has also violated humanitarian principles and international law."
Activists on the Global Sumud Flotilla, consisting of over 70 boats and 1,000 participants, aimed to break Israel's maritime blockade of Gaza. Israeli forces intercepted the flotilla near Crete, detaining approximately 175 activists. The flotilla's mission follows a previous failed attempt to reach Gaza. Israel's Foreign Ministry stated the blockade is necessary to prevent arms importation by Hamas, while critics argue it constitutes collective punishment. Turkey condemned the interception as piracy, asserting that it violated humanitarian principles and international law. Protests were planned in Greece in response to the incident.
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