Greta Thunberg’s Gaza-bound aid flotilla hit by drone attack, activists say
UN demands protection for Gaza aid convoy after reported drone attack
- A flotilla of humanitarian aid ships, carrying over 500 volunteers including climate activist Greta Thunberg, has reportedly been targeted by drones and explosions while en route to Gaza.
- The Global Sumud Flotilla said that its boats, 600 nautical miles from the Strip, experienced heavy drone swarms, suspected chemical sprays, sound bombs, explosive flares, and communication jamming.
- UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese called for "immediate international attention and protection" for the mission, citing multiple attacks on the convoy.
- Activists on board have affirmed their commitment to delivering aid and breaking what they term "Israel's illegal siege of Gaza".
- The Israeli Foreign Ministry has proposed that the aid be unloaded in the Israeli port of Ashkelon, stating it will not permit vessels to enter an active combat zone or breach a lawful naval blockade.