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Global Sumud Flotilla, 1000 Protests For Workers Over Billionaires ... Nonviolence News: Global Sumud Flotilla, 1000 Protests For Workers Over Billionaires & Migrant Justice Light Projections Image by Nonviolence News with background image by Rosemary Ketchum on Pixabay Global Sumud Flotilla, 1000 Protests For Workers Over Billionaires & Migrant Justice Light Projections A Note From Rivera Sun The Global Sumud Flotilla has set sail with over 50 ships, around 350 activist crew members from more than 40 countries, and internationally-recognized figures like actress Susan Sarandon, activist Greta Thunberg, and Nelson Mandela’s grandson . In Genoa, 50,000 people rallied for a march and send-off event. At a second port of departure, Catalans filled the wharf in Barcelona with speeches, demonstrations, and protest art. The flotilla is attempting to break the siege of Gaza, carrying food and medical supplies to stop the forced starvation and genocide. Taking a cue from the boarding and seizure of two earlier Freedom Flotilla ships, dockworkers across Europe are backing up the flotilla’s safety with vows to shut down major European ports if communication falters. The launch of the flotill…

Flotilla leaves Turkey for Gaza weeks after Israel intercepted convoy FILE – Activists in orange life jackets sit aboard a Gaza-bound Sumud Flotilla boat as Israeli navy soldiers sail it into the port of Ashdod, Israel, Oct. 2, 2025, after it was intercepted while approaching the Gaza coast. (AP Photo/Leo Correa, file) By Associated Press PUBLISHED: May 14, 2026 at 10:02 AM MDT | UPDATED: May 14, 2026 at 1:32 PM MDT Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By MURAT KOCABAS and SUZAN FRASER MARMARIS, Turkey (AP) — Dozens of boats carrying activists and aid for Palestinians set sail from Turkey’s Mediterranean coast on Thursday in the latest attempt to break Israel’s naval blockade of Gaza — just weeks after Israel intercepted a previous flotilla and detained two activists. More than 50 vessels departed from the port in Marmaris in what the organizers of the Global Sumud Flotilla described as the final leg of their journey to Gaza’s shores. On April 30, Israeli forces intercepted more than 20 boats from a flotilla near the southern Greek island of Crete, initially holding about 175 activists. The incident drew protests and condemnation from several countries and raised questions a…

Global Sumud Flotilla activists rally in Brussels against EU-Israel ties ahead of leaders’ summit https://www.europesays.com/dk/110453/ Melike Pala 17 June 2026•Update: 17 June 2026 Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla, who were detained and…

Global Sumud Flotilla activists stage Brussels protest over EU-Israel ... Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla, who were detained and subjected to ill-treatment by Israel, have staged a protest in Brussels to denounce relations between the bloc and Israel. The activists gathered near the European Council building in the Belgian capital on Wednesday ahead of the EU leaders' summit, which begins on Thursday. Standing silently in front of a large banner that read: "We won't kneel to the occupation," demonstrators held placards bearing messages such as "Don't forget Palestine", "EU, you are complicit" and "EU, stop buying what Israel steals." Abuse by Israeli forces Participants included Belgian sailor Arno Meyns, whose ribs were broken by Israeli forces; French activist and nurse Mariam Hadjal, who said she was subjected to physical abuse and sexual assault while in detention; and Arab-Jewish journalist Noa Avishag Schnall, who reported receiving beatings and rape threats while detained in Israel. Among the prominent demonstrators were former UN staff member Chloe Fiona Ludden, who resigned in protest because of the international community's response to Gaza, Swedish climate…

Sumud Flotilla activists protest in Brussels against EU-Israel ... Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla held a silent protest near the European Council building in Brussels on Wednesday, alleging mistreatment by Israeli forces and urging the EU to end its cooperation with Israel ahead of Thursday’s leaders’ summit. Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla gathered Wednesday near the European Council building in Brussels to denounce EU-Israel ties, days after alleging they suffered abuse during detention by Israeli forces, News.Az reports, citing Yeni Şafak. The demonstrators stood silently before a banner reading “We won’t kneel to the occupation,” timing their protest one day before EU leaders convene for a summit. Participants held placards bearing messages including “Don’t forget Palestine,” “EU, you are complicit” and “EU, stop buying what Israel steals,” directly challenging the bloc’s trade relationship with Tel Aviv. The rally drew hundreds of supporters to the Belgian capital’s EU quarter. Among those present were Belgian sailor Arno Meyns, who said Israeli forces broke his ribs during his detention, and French activist Mariam Hadjal, who alleged she endured physical a…

Thousands rally across Türkiye in solidarity with Gaza Demonstrations were held across Türkiye on Sunday in solidarity forGazaandGlobal Sumud Flotilla, which set sail to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza before coming under Israeli attack. In Istanbul, thousands gathered outside the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque for a march organized by the Humanitarian Relief Foundation (İHH) and the Platform to Support Palestine. The demonstrators voiced support for the flotilla of 11 ships carrying 146 participants from 22 countries, which aimed to break the blockade on Gaza. Carrying Turkish and Palestinian flags, the crowd chanted slogans including “Freedom for Palestine,” “Down with Israel,” and “Long live Gaza’s resistance” as they walked toward Eminönü Square. Some held placards reading “I walk for Gaza’s children, what do you do?” and “Neutrality is not an option in the face of oppression.” Speeches were expected later at Eminönü. Similar scenes unfolded in Ankara, where thousands, including elderly citizens and children, gathered outside Melike Hatun Mosque under the banner of the Ankara Palestine Solidarity Platform. Waving Palestinian flags and chanting anti-Israel slogans, they marched …

Wave of global protests demands release of Sumud Flotilla and condemns ... The Israeli regime's actions were condemned in various cities. Photo Getty Images Home World Wave of global protests demands release of Sumud Flotilla and condemns... World Wave of global protests demands release of Sumud Flotilla and condemns Gaza blockade Spain, Italy, Germany, Mexico and Colombia, among others, recorded strong protests that, in some cases, turned violent. Randolph Borges October 2, 2025 X WhatsApp Email Print Telegram Copy url Content Europe rises up in defense of the humanitarian mission Latin America joins the international outcry Latin American governments take diplomatic measures The detention of the Sumud Flotilla by Israeli forces has sparked a wave of protests in Europe and Latin America, where hundreds of thousands of people have mobilized to demand the release of humanitarian activists and denounce the blockade of the Gaza Strip. Europe rises up in defense of the humanitarian mission In cities like Madrid, Barcelona, ​​Rome, Milan, Berlin, and Brussels, public outrage has been felt. In Spain, thousands marched through the streets of Madrid and Barcelona, ​​where rallies were hel…

Activists mobilise in Brussels for new relief flotilla for Gaza About 20 people gathered outside the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Brussels on Thursday evening, in response to a call from the Belgian chapter of the Global Sumud Flotilla movement, according to local police. The demonstration aimed to draw attention to humanitarian aid boats that left Turkey on Thursday morning, heading for Gaza. Organisers urged the Belgian government to “ensure the safety of participants and the delivery of aid,” expressing concern over a potential interception by the Israeli military. According to organisers, 50 boats left the port of Marmaris in Turkey on Thursday, marking the third attempt to reach Gaza since October 2023. Previous flotillas were blocked, including one intercepted by Israeli forces in April and another stopped near Egyptian and Gazan waters in 2025. The movement described the flotilla’s mission as “entirely legal,” criticising “Western governments’ inaction” with regard to the situation in Gaza. Further protest gatherings were announced. One is to be held on Friday, outside the Israeli embassy in Brussels while a national pro-Palestine demonstration is planned for Sunday…

Pro-Gaza Global Sumud Flotilla sparks change even before setting sail ... Home World Middle East Pro-Gaza Global Sumud Flotilla sparks change even before setting sail: Turkish activists Pro-Gaza Global Sumud Flotilla sparks change even before setting sail: Turkish activists 09:29, 09/09/2025 , Tuesday AA See Yeni Şafak News More Often: Click and Add to Favorites on Google! File photo ‘We have different professions and backgrounds, but one thing unites us, our feelings for Gaza,’ say activists preparing to join mission Turkish activists preparing to join the Freedom Flotilla Coalition sailing from Italy to break Israel's blockade on Gaza are making final preparations in Sicily, highlighting that the mission has already sparked significant change. Turkish activists preparing to join the Freedom Flotilla Coalition sailing from Italy to break Israel's blockade on Gaza and show solidarity with Palestine are making their final preparations on the island of Sicily. Lawyer Gulden Sonmez, a member of the Turkish delegation set to board vessels departing from Italy and a former passenger on the 2010 Mavi Marmara aid mission to Gaza, told Anadolu the group completed a week-long theoretical a…

Global Sumud Flotilla activists rally in Brussels against EU-Israel ties ahead of leaders’ summit https://www.europesays.com/iran/165095/ Melike Pala 17 June 2026•Update: 17 June 2026 Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla, who were detained and…

Israel deports 2 activists detained for leading an aid flotilla to Gaza Spain’s foreign minister on Saturday called for the immediate release of Saif Abukeshek, a dual Spanish-Swedish citizen of Palestinian origin, who was detained for questioning in Israel on Saturday along with Thiago Ávila of Brazil. A legal aid group said both men had launched a hunger strike. Dozens of other activists were picked up by the Greek coast guard following the Israeli action and taken to the island of Crete. (AP video shot by Ami Bentov) Israeli authorities said they were taking two high-profile activists who led an aid flotilla bound for Gaza, and who were captured by Israel in international waters of the Mediterranean Sea, to Israel for questioning. The governments of Spain and Brazil accused Israel of “kidnapping” its citizens. Activistas: Israel interceptó su flotilla de ayuda a Gaza cerca de Creta y detuvo a tripulantes Brazilian activist Thiago Ávila, center, a member of the Global Sumud Flotilla, is escorted by prison service guards to a hearing at the District Court in Ashkelon, Israel, on Sunday, May 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Ohad Zwigenberg) Palestinian-Spanish activist Saif Abukeshek, cente…

Israel deports hundreds of Gaza flotilla activists after international ... Wearing grey sweatsuits and Arab keffiyehs, the activists descended the stairs to the runaway in Istanbul flashing two-fingered salutes and chanting “Free Palestine.” Outrage abroad over the activists’ treatment prompted several countries to summon Israeli envoys to hear their concerns. (AP video: Emrah Gurel) Two Italians activists, part of the Gaza Sumud Flotilla arrested by Israeli forces after being intercepted in international waters, returned to Italy on Thursday, describing their detention facility as “a place of terror.” Israel’s national security minister drew a sharp rebuke from his boss and triggered a backlash abroad on Wednesday, after he released videos taunting and telling detained activists from a flotilla that tried to get past the Israeli blockade of Gaza that they should be imprisoned for a very long time. Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla disembark a plane upon arriving at Istanbul Airport, in Istanbul, Turkey, Thursday, May 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Emrah Gurel) Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla comfort each other upon their arrival at Istanbul Airport, in Istanbul, Turkey, …