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Ada Colau Joins Global Sumud Flotilla Departing Barcelona for Gaza on Aug. 31

Organizers present the voyage as a humanitarian effort intended to challenge the blockade of Gaza.

Ada Colau
La actriz Susan Sarandon durante una rueda de prensa previa a la celebración de la gala de entrega de los 67º Premios RNE de Cinematografía, a 25 de abril de 2023, en el Hotel Arts, en Barcelona, Catalunya
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Presentación de la flotilla hacia Gaza, en Barcelona

Overview

  • The convoy is scheduled to leave Port de Barcelona on Sunday with dozens of boats carrying hundreds of activists from 44 countries.
  • Public events at Barcelona’s Moll de la Fusta run Aug. 29–31 with concerts and political forums featuring local and Palestinian artists.
  • Susan Sarandon, Liam Cunningham, Greta Thunberg, Morad, and Nkosi Zwelivelile Mandela are listed among figures supporting or taking part, while Ada Colau says she will sail.
  • An at-sea rendezvous with vessels departing from Tunisia is planned for Sept. 4, with route specifics withheld by organizers who cite sabotage and pressure concerns.
  • Each vessel will include journalists, medical personnel, and public figures, with cargo focused on food, water, and basic supplies for an estimated seven to eight day journey.