Tensions Surge as Israeli Military Intercepts Gaza Aid Flotilla

The Israeli military has successfully intercepted the last remaining vessel in an aid flotilla attempting to breach the blockade on Gaza. The action follows the detention of 450 activists, including the high-profile Swedish campaigner Greta Thunberg, by the military forces.

According to the Global Sumud Flotilla, the ship named Marinette was halted approximately 42.5 nautical miles from Gaza. The Israeli naval forces have been accused of illegally taking control of the flotilla's entire fleet, which carried humanitarian supplies and volunteers intent on challenging the longstanding blockade.

Protests erupted globally following the naval intervention, including significant demonstrations in Europe and other cities worldwide. In response to the ongoing tensions, Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir labeled the activists as terrorists during a public appearance in Ashdod.