
Israel Intercepts Gaza Aid Flotilla, Draws Global Condemnation
Israel intercepted 22 of 58 ships in the Global Sumud Flotilla bound for Gaza, detaining hundreds of activists in international waters off Crete; organizers call the seizure piracy and demand their release, while Italy, Spain and Germany condemned the action and urged adherence to international law, and rights groups pressed for humane treatment and consular access for detainees and journalists.




