Global Activists Gather for Historic Solidarity Flotilla to Gaza

A new solidarity flotilla is being prepared to sail from Turkey to the Gaza Strip, with pro-Palestinian activists from various countries among the 75 participants. These activists include intellectuals, journalists, former politicians, doctors, former military officers, and lawyers from countries like Turkey, Cuba, South Africa, the USA, Great Britain and more. The launch of the flotilla has been delayed multiple times as Israel negotiates with Ankara through mediators to prevent its arrival.

The participants are carrying 5,500 tons of humanitarian aid, equivalent to 100 trucks, to help those in need in Gaza. Discussions are underway for a plan where the humanitarian aid will be unloaded in Egypt’s El-Arish port and delivered to Gaza after inspection. The flotilla consists of three ships including a cargo ship with humanitarian aid and two passenger ships. Participants are rehearsing their actions in case the flotilla is intercepted or seized by Israel in international waters.

Pro-Palestinian activists are determined to deliver the aid to Gaza despite potential obstacles and show their commitment to supporting the people in need in the region. The flotilla’s launch has been delayed due to negotiations between Israel and Ankara through mediators to prevent its arrival. Organizers of the flotilla include Anne Wright aged 77 years old along with Aleida Guevara daughter of Ernesto Che Guevara and Zvevelilili “Mandla” Mandela grandson of Nelson Mandela who also plays a key role in organizing this event.