The incident raises tensions amid ongoing conflicts between Israel and Hamas, with further updates anticipated.
Israeli Forces Intercept Humanitarian Aid Yacht Bound for Gaza
Israeli Forces Intercept Humanitarian Aid Yacht Bound for Gaza
Activists report Israeli troops have seized a yacht carrying aid intended for Gaza, reportedly with climate activist Greta Thunberg on board.
Activists affiliated with the Freedom Flotilla Coalition have claimed that Israeli troops have boarded a yacht, identified as the Madleen, which was attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip. The group announced via the Telegram app that communication has been lost with the vessel, sharing a photograph of individuals on board wearing life jackets and holding their hands up in apparent surrender.
The yacht is believed to be situated off the coast of Egypt, although independent verification of these reports has yet to be achieved. Earlier, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz had given orders for the military to take action to prevent any break in the blockade surrounding Gaza. Israel maintains that the blockade is essential to stop weaponry from reaching Hamas.
This developing story continues to unfold, and we will provide more information as it becomes available. For real-time updates, follow @BBCBreaking on X or check the latest on our news app.
The yacht is believed to be situated off the coast of Egypt, although independent verification of these reports has yet to be achieved. Earlier, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz had given orders for the military to take action to prevent any break in the blockade surrounding Gaza. Israel maintains that the blockade is essential to stop weaponry from reaching Hamas.
This developing story continues to unfold, and we will provide more information as it becomes available. For real-time updates, follow @BBCBreaking on X or check the latest on our news app.
