Will the UK join Italy and Spain in supporting Gaza flotilla? | MEE Live

Global Sumud Flotilla — a 50-boat convoy with over 300 international activists — is attempting to break Israel’s blockade of Gaza, which has caused a UN-declared famine and over 400 starvation deaths.

Since setting sail nearly a month ago, the flotilla has faced repeated drone attacks and sabotage by the Israeli military, including strikes in Tunisian waters. Despite international outrage, most governments have failed to respond.

However, Italy and Spain have now deployed naval ships to protect their citizens onboard.

The flotilla continues its journey through Greek waters, defying threats from Israel, which has labeled the activists “terrorists.”

The UN and EU have condemned any use of force, but the situation remains tense as the convoy presses on toward Gaza.

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