Israel intercepts Gaza-bound aid vessel, Madleen, detains activists and redirects ship to Ashdod

Al Jazeera English June 9, 2025
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A UK-flagged boat from the Freedom Flotilla Coalition was intercepted by Israeli forces en route to Gaza. Activists onboard the Madleen, including Greta Thunberg, aimed to challenge Israel’s blockade, calling it illegal. The vessel was still in international waters when drones and naval vessels surrounded it. Footage showed white foam and panic as Israeli forces boarded, cutting off communication. Israel says the Gaza coast is closed and aid must go through Ashdod port via official channels. Activists recorded messages urging their governments to act before losing contact. Protests in Paris followed, demanding accountability and the release of those detained. Al Jazeera’s Perry Wilton reports. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.io/AJEMobile #MadleenGazaFlotilla #FreedomFlotillaCoalition #GretaThunberg #AllEyesOnMadleen #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #IsraelGazaWar #GazaWar #GazaHunger #AlJazeeraEnglish

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