‘Israeli’ army boards Handala, abducts activists in international waters

The ‘Israeli’ military has boarded the Handala aid ship in international waters and detained all activists on board, preventing the vessel from reaching Gaza, according to the Freedom Flotilla Coalition.

The Handala, carrying food, baby formula, and humanitarian supplies, was part of a civilian mission aimed at breaking the blockade on Gaza. Activists had repeatedly stated that they were in international waters and posed no threat.

Organizers and human rights groups have condemned the raid as a violation of international law and an act of piracy, calling for the immediate release of the activists and accountability for the interception.

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