Part 15/18:
The Gaza Flotilla and Israel’s Maritime Standoff
A Bizarre Confrontation at Sea
In an unexpected twist amid ongoing conflict, Israel ordered its military to intercept a flotilla attempting to reach Gaza, explicitly targeting a vessel laden with climate activist Greta Thunberg among others. Israeli defense officials confirmed that the navy would initially order the British-flagged Madelin to turn back. If refused, the vessel would be seized and deported swiftly.