Gaza Aid Ship Seized: 11 Activists Detained by Israel

Israeli forces detain humanitarian aid ship bound for Gaza. Eleven activists and a journalist are held in Ashdod port after the 'Madleen' was intercepted in international waters. The incident has sparked outrage among human rights groups, with the Freedom Flotilla Coalition demanding their immediate release. Francesca Albanese, UN Special Rapporteur, condemned the action as illegal. "This boat should not have been intercepted in international waters," she stated. The ship carried essential supplies including baby formula, flour, rice, and medical equipment, desperately needed by Gaza's residents. The ongoing situation underscores the complex humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the challenges faced by those attempting to deliver aid.