Overview

• The Global Sumud Flotilla, an international coalition that includes the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, is coordinating the multi-ship launch from Barcelona.
• Organizers report over 50 boats carrying aid and participants from at least 44 countries, with each vessel including journalists, medical staff and public figures.
• A rendezvous at sea with boats departing Tunisia is scheduled for Sept. 4, with route details withheld due to security concerns and reported sabotage attempts.
• Public events featuring concerts and talks run Aug. 29–31 at Barcelona’s Moll de la Fusta with local and Palestinian artists and civic groups.
• Confirmed and reported participants include Ada Colau, Greta Thunberg and eurodeputy Jaume Asens, with some outlets also naming Susan Sarandon, Liam Cunningham and Nkosi Mandela.