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Global Sumud Flotilla Regroups Toward Tunisia as Bilbao Rallies With Boats and Human Chain

Organizers seek to open a maritime lifeline to Gaza under Israel’s longstanding blockade.

Overview

  • The convoy resumed its route after a technical stop in Menorca and is progressing toward Tunisia, with planned calls in Sicily and Greece.
  • About one hundred boats sailed from Santurtzi to the Bilbao Maritime Museum, where roughly a thousand people formed a human chain in solidarity.
  • Organizers describe an international effort of about 50 vessels with participants from roughly 44 countries and more than 200 activists.
  • Six Mexican nationals are aboard the mission as civil groups petition Mexico’s government and consulate for immediate protection and monitoring.
  • Israeli military officials reiterate they will stop unauthorized vessels from reaching Gaza, warning that attempts to breach the blockade will be prevented.