Israel has just illegally detained hundreds of people, including two of my own constituents, on board the Global Sumud Flotilla. Over more than 12 hours last night, dozens of small boats were intercepted in international waters, in direct contravention of international law, by Israeli soldiers. Peaceful humanitarians were deprived of sleep for a second night […]| Novara Media
I am writing from a Spanish-flagged sailing boat called Adara. On board are elected politicians from Spain, Portugal and Argentina, as well as a doctor and two journalists. We are carrying baby formula, food and medicine for the starving Palestinian people in Gaza. Our mission is entirely peaceful and entirely legal. It is Wednesday afternoon, […]| Novara Media
Despite delays, drone strikes and suspected sabotage, more than 40 boats and 500 people are now on the final leg of their journey to Gaza. Israel could illegally intercept them as soon as Tuesday night. Charlotte England reports.| Novara Media