Global Protests Erupt as Israeli Forces Stop Gaza Aid Flotilla
Israeli forces intercepted the final boat of an international flotilla attempting to break Gaza's blockade, leading to global protests. A far-right Israeli minister mocked the activists as supporting terrorism. The flotilla, carrying symbolic aid, aimed to challenge Gaza's blockade and featured notable figures like Greta Thunberg.
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Israeli forces halted the last boat of an international flotilla on Friday, seeking to breach the sea blockade of Gaza. This interception sparked worldwide protests against Israel's actions in Gaza and the detention of approximately 450 activists who participated in the flotilla.
A prominent far-right Israeli minister confronted and ridiculed the detained activists, accusing them of terrorist support, in a video shared widely on Friday.
The Marinette, trailing the other vessels, continued its journey to Palestinian territory on Friday morning after the Israeli navy seized 41 boats, including activists such as Greta Thunberg and European lawmakers. This interception prompted protests in cities like Madrid, Rome, and Paris.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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