Spring 2026 mission: Sumud Flotilla’s bold return to break Gaza siege
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- Global Sumud flotilla Sets Sail on Land Day to Challenge Gaza Blockade and Deliver Aid Worldwide.
An international coalition of activists and humanitarian groups has announced the launch of their next mission in Spring 2026, one of the largest coordinated sea and land campaigns aimed at challenging the blockade of the Gaza Strip.
Speaking at a press conference on Thursday from South Africa, organizers said the operation will officially begin on March 29, coinciding with the annual commemoration of Palestinian Land Day.
The initiative aims to draw global attention to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and press for an end to the ongoing siege.
Mediterranean departure points
Organizers confirmed that the first ship will set sail on Land Day, followed by additional departures from several Mediterranean countries. Planned launch points include Spain, Italy, and Tunisia, with further vessels expected to join as the campaign progresses.
Floating hospital and reconstruction support
The fleet will include a diverse range of vessels, going beyond traditional aid deliveries. According to the announcement, participating ships will feature:
- A floating hospital to provide urgent medical services.
- Vessels dedicated to educators and the education sector.
- Ships carrying eco-friendly construction specialists, focused on sustainable reconstruction efforts in Gaza.
Simultaneous land convoys
In parallel with the maritime operation, organizers revealed plans for two major land convoys:
- Sumud flotilla, Convoy 2, departing from Algeria and traveling through Tunisia, Libya, and Egypt toward the Rafah crossing.
- Far East Convoy, set to depart from countries including Russia, Iran, Pakistan, and others in Asia.
Global call to action
The campaign’s coordinators said they are working in close coordination with a wide network of international initiatives and organizations that support Palestinian rights.
They issued a call for people worldwide to participate in the humanitarian mission, encouraging supporters to register through the campaign’s official platform.
Organizers described the initiative as a global act of solidarity with Gaza, combining humanitarian aid with political pressure to challenge what they called an unjust and prolonged blockade.
