Global Sumud Flotilla Activists Arrive in Istanbul Following Interception by Israeli Forces
Activists participating in the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla have safely landed at Istanbul Airport. The convoy, which aimed to deliver humanitarian aid, was intercepted by Israeli naval forces in international waters. A Turkish Airlines flight originating from the Greek island of Crete transported 59 detained activists back to Türkiye. The passengers included 18 Turkish nationals alongside citizens from 14 other nations. Upon their return, organizers and activists reported that they were mistreated during their detention at sea before being released and flown to Istanbul.
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Anadolu Agency: Activists from Israel's intercepted Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla arrive in Türkiye
İlkha: Global Sumud Flotilla activists from 15 countries land in Istanbul after release
Al Jazeera: Flotilla activists return to Istanbul after Israel detains them at sea | AJ #shorts
