Australians on Gaza-bound flotilla intercepted by Israel near Greece
At least four Australians participating in a Gaza-bound aid flotilla were intercepted by Israeli Defence Forces in international waters near the Greek island of Crete. The activists, part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, had aimed to break Israel's long-standing blockade on Gaza to deliver humanitarian aid. The Australian government confirmed it is seeking information from Israeli authorities and has urged citizens not to attempt to breach the naval blockade due to safety and legal risks.
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