Imagine setting sail with humanitarian aid for Gaza, only to be stopped mid-voyage. 🚢 This week, 21 of the 49 Spanish activists in a Gaza-bound flotilla have returned to Madrid after their boat was intercepted by Israeli forces.
Back on Spanish soil, the group shared troubling accounts of being mistreated and subjected to humiliating treatment while in Israeli custody. Many described harsh conditions, loss of personal belongings, and emotional stress during their detention.
Israel has maintained a naval blockade on Gaza, and since October 1 it says it has prevented over 400 people from entering Palestine by intercepting aid boats at sea.
For these volunteers, the mission was more than a voyage—it was a stand for human rights and solidarity with people in Gaza. Now back home, they hope their testimony will spark fresh debate on the blockade’s impact and the protection of aid workers everywhere. 🌍✌️
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Gaza flotilla: 21 Spanish activists return, allege 'abuse' by Israel
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