Blockade
US allows Russian oil tanker to reach Cuba, reversing course on blockade
The US cut off Venezuelan oil exports to Cuba after toppling Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on January 3.
UAE willing to join international force to reopen Strait of Hormuz - report
Middle Israel: Iran's multilevel blockade of the Straight of Hormuz is destined to fail - opinion
IDF rescues Israeli trapped inside Hizma following military blockade of Palestinian village - Ynet
How will Israel deal with the next flotilla
Security and Defense: This time, the Navy has been preparing rigorously for the operation.
Is Gaza still occupied?
The proposition that the Strip remains ‘occupied’ by Israel has recently been refuted by an unexpected source – a UN Security Council resolution on Libya.
Hamas: Egypt limiting movement through Rafah crossing
Gaza border officials say number of travelers allowed to cross into Sinai has fallen since opening of border; Egypt denies limit has been set.
Activists tell Israel not to interfere in June flotilla
Speaking from 'Mavi Marmara', IHH spokesman says of IDF, "They will not attack. We don't believe they will repeat the same big mistake."
Canada warns against participation in Gaza flotilla
Canadian foreign minister urges activists to deliver aid through legal channels; Navy drafting operational plans for flotilla.
We’ll sail all the way to Gaza, flotilla organizers vow
Activists undettered by Ban’s call to stay away; ships should be allowed through, some IDF officers say
The human lesson of Gaza
In Gaza, we felt a bond with the people; we saw an opportunity to engage with them regardless of political constraints.
Turkey takes permissive stance on new Gaza flotilla
Pro-Palestinian activists are warned of risks of breaking blockade, but Foreign Minister says government not responsible for their actions.
State appeals order to release minimum Gaza food info
Defense Ministry claims exposing "red lines document” that outlines caloric intake will have chilling effect on internal deliberations.
Palestinian Authority threatens to block international mail
Minister blames Israeli foot-dragging on agreement for direct delivery; PA manages its own postal services but all letters pass through Israel.
