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'intercepted'
Israeli naval ships intercept Gaza-bound flotilla
SUMMARY
The Israeli navy intercepted boats from the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) carrying aid to Gaza, detaining activists including Greta Thunberg. Israel stated the vessels were warned to divert as they neared a combat zone. The GSF called the interception "illegal," claiming one of its ships was rammed and others faced water cannons. Israel maintained the flotilla violated a naval blockade, although it’s unclear if they had entered the restricted area.
Protests erupted across Europe, with strong international criticism from Turkey, Colombia, and Italy. UN officials urged Israel to lift the blockade and allow humanitarian aid.
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