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Israeli Navy Seizes Second Gaza-Bound Freedom Flotilla Vessel in 2 Months

“The interception occurred in international waters outside Palestinian territorial waters off Gaza, in violation of international maritime law,” the Freedom Flotilla Coalition said.

Common Dreams, Olivia Rosane, 26 July 25

The Israeli military intercepted and seized the Gaza Freedom Flotilla vessel The Handala late Saturday night local time as it attempted to deliver desperately needed humanitarian aid to the besieged people of Gaza.

The Freedom Flotilla Coalition reported that Israeli forces cut the cameras on board the ship at 11:43 pm local time, when it was around 40 nautical miles from Gaza.

Olivia Rosane

Jul 26, 2025

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The Israeli military intercepted and seized the Gaza Freedom Flotilla vessel The Handala late Saturday night local time as it attempted to deliver desperately needed humanitarian aid to the besieged people of Gaza.

The Freedom Flotilla Coalition reported that Israeli forces cut the cameras on board the ship at 11:43 pm local time, when it was around 40 nautical miles from Gaza.

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“The unarmed boat was carrying lifesaving supplies when it was boarded by Israeli forces, its passengers abducted, and its cargo seized,” the coalition wrote. “The interception occurred in international waters outside Palestinian territorial waters off Gaza, in violation of international maritime law.”

Israel’s Foreign Ministry confirmed that its navy had intercepted the ship, as Al Jazeera reported……………………………………………………………………………………….. https://www.commondreams.org/news/israel-gaza-freedom-flotilla

July 29, 2025 - Posted by Christina Macpherson | Israel, weapons and war