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Gaza Aid Ship on Fire After Alleged Drone Strikes in International Waters

The Freedom Flotilla vessel, carrying 30 activists, issued SOS calls after reported attacks off Malta left it at risk of sinking.

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Overview

  • The Freedom Flotilla Coalition claims its ship, Conscience, was struck twice by drones targeting its generators, causing a fire and significant damage.
  • The vessel, located 17 kilometers off Malta in international waters, has issued SOS calls, prompting a rescue response from Southern Cyprus.
  • Videos posted by the coalition show fire, smoke, and explosions on the ship, though these have not been independently verified.
  • The ship, flying under the Palau flag, was carrying 30 international activists and humanitarian aid aimed at challenging Israel's blockade of Gaza.
  • No party has claimed responsibility for the alleged drone strikes, and the coalition has refrained from assigning blame.