International Outrage as Israeli Navy Intercepts Gaza-Bound Aid Ship

Israeli forces intercepting the Freedom Flotilla, a humanitarian aid ship sailing to Gaza, has sparked international outrage. The incident, which occurred on June 1st, 2025, involved the arrest of several activists, including prominent figures like Rima Hassan and Greta Thunberg. Footage from the incident shows Israeli forces surrounding the ship and detaining the passengers. Activists aboard the vessel immediately began posting videos to social media detailing the event. One activist, Thiago Avila, stated "Hi everyone, I'm Thiago Avila." Another activist, Yasemin Acar, stated "If you're seeing this video now, it's because we've been stopped." Jean-Luc Mélenchon, a French politician, issued a statement calling the interception an illegal arrest and demanding the release of the activists. The Israeli government's justification for the interception was to prevent the ship from reaching Gaza, citing security concerns. The incident underscores the ongoing tensions and humanitarian challenges surrounding the Gaza Strip.