Global Sumud Flotilla

Captured documents reveal Hamas organized, funded Gaza flotilla

Gaza flotilla leaders are said to have had direct contact with Hamas.

|ByPESACH BENSON/TPS
Zaher Birawi (Left), the Head of the PCPA’s Hamas sector in the UK, behind flotilla leaders.
Activists including Greta Thunberg, stand on a boat that is part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, a humanitarian expedition to Gaza, as seen from the port in Barcelona, Spain August 31, 2025

Gaza-bound flotilla almost 300 miles from coast of Israel

It has taken a month for the flotilla to traverse around 1,700 nautical miles of open water.

|BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
Mosab Hassan Yousef speaks at a screening of uncensored footage from the October 7th massacre in Israel by Hamas terrorists at United Nations on November 20, 2023 in New York City.

Son of Hamas calls for Israelis to launch 'counter-flotilla' against Gaza activists

Yousef, who once worked undercover for the Shin Bet, has since become a vocal advocate for Israel abroad. He issued his appeal over the weekend in a series of fiery social media posts.

|ByPESACH BENSON/TPS
Thomas Portes with deputy Andrée Taurinya, Olivier Besancenot, and Salah Hamouri visiting the 'cemetery of the martyrs of the Palestinian cause,' as well as the refugee camps of Sabra and Shatila and of Mar Elias in Beirut on September 26, 2025.

French MP quits Gaza flotilla for 'personal reasons', flies to meet PFLP reps in Lebanon

Thomas Portes met with PFLP members in Beirut days after leaving the Gaza flotilla, sparking criticism from French Jewish politician Shannon Seban.

|ByMATHILDA HELLER

Turkey may be using drones to show support for Gaza flotilla - analysis

Turkish drones and a frigate are tracking the Global Sumud flotilla near Crete as it heads toward Gaza, with Italy, Spain, and Greece also monitoring.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
Boats, part of the Global Sumud Flotilla aiming to reach Gaza and break Israel's naval blockade, sail off Koufonisi islet, Greece, September 26, 2025.

Gaza-bound flotilla resumes journey from Crete toward Gaza

After two days anchored near Crete, the 40-vessel flotilla set sail again with Italian and Spanish warships nearby to monitor and support its passage.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
Greta Thunberg and a crew member flash victory signs from their ship, part of the Global Sumud Flotilla aiming to reach Gaza and break Israel's naval blockade, as they sail off Crete island, Greece, September 25, 2025.

Gaza flotilla group decries 'psychological operations' as ABBA blasts through vessel radios

“We are witnessing these psychological operations first-hand, right now, but we will not be intimidated,” organizers from GSF alleged in a statement.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD
A handout image of the boat Free Willy sailing in the waters off the island of Crete, which is to join the Global Sumud Flotilla that has come under drone attack while trying to deliver aid to Gaza and break Israel's naval blockade, September 25, 2025.

Gaza aid flotilla set to head east from Greece despite Israeli warnings

The Global Sumud Flotilla sails from Greece towards Gaza, defying Israel’s blockade. Activists, including Greta Thunberg, face rising tensions and Israeli opposition.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025ByREUTERS
Greta Thunberg gestures next to a Palestinian flag on a ship, part of the Global Sumud Flotilla aiming to reach Gaza and break Israel's naval blockade, as they sail off Crete island, Greece, September 25, 2025.

Sinking ships and confiscating vessels: Israel's plan to intercept Gaza flotillas revealed - N12

Those who refuse to board the ship, and be voluntarily deported, will be arrested.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A handout image of the boat Free Willy sailing in the waters off the island of Crete, which is to join the Global Sumud Flotilla that has come under drone attack while trying to deliver aid to Gaza and break Israel's naval blockade, September 25, 2025.

Additional Gaza flotilla rift revealed: Schism over LGBTQ+ activists on ships

Saif Ayadi: "The Zionist lobby uses propaganda around our queer identities to attack the flotilla, break its unity, and discredit it."

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025ByMICHAEL STARR
A screenshot from a drone video shows people gathering at the port of Ermoupolis during the departure of two sailing boats, Electra and Oxygen, part of the Global Sumud Flotilla aiming to reach Gaza and break Israel's naval blockade, on Syros island, Greece, September 14, 2025.

Spain sends vessels to assist Sumud Flotilla, says they are ready to 'perform rescue operations'

"Spain's government demands that international law be complied with and the right of its citizens to navigate the Mediterranean under safe conditions," said Spanish President Sanchez.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A screenshot from a drone video shows people lighting flares at the port of Ermoupolis during the departure of two sailing boats, Electra and Oxygen, part of the Global Sumud Flotilla aiming to reach Gaza

Near Crete, Gaza flotilla must weigh next steps - analysis

Israel has called on the flotilla’s armada of ships to put in at Ashkelon and transfer the aid they claim to be carrying to Israeli officials.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
A Palestinian flag is seen as people gather at the port of Ermoupolis before the departure of two sailing boats, Electra and Oxygen, part of the Global Sumud Flotilla aiming to reach Gaza and break Israel's naval blockade, on Syros island, Greece, September 14, 2025.

Italy sends navy ship to help Gaza aid flotilla after alleged drone attack

The Italian Defense Minister redirected an Italian navy ship to head towards the flotilla after they were reportedly attacked off the coast of Greece.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025ByREUTERS
A screenshot from a drone video shows people lighting flares at the port of Ermoupolis during the departure of two sailing boats, Electra and Oxygen, part of the Global Sumud Flotilla aiming to reach Gaza

WATCH: Global Sumud Flotilla accused Israel of drone strikes, communication jams

The Greta Thunberg-associated activist flotilla attempting to carry aid to the Gaza Strip released a statement accusing Israel of escalation.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A Palestinian flag is seen as people gather at the port of Ermoupolis before the departure of two sailing boats, Electra and Oxygen, part of the Global Sumud Flotilla aiming to reach Gaza and break Israel's naval blockade, on Syros island, Greece, September 14, 2025.

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