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Drone Attack on Freedom Flotilla's Aid Ship Conscience in International Waters

An aid ship bound for Gaza was attacked by drones in international waters off Malta, leading to significant damage but no injuries among the crew.


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The Freedom Flotilla Coalition's aid ship, Conscience, was attacked by drones in international waters off Malta, causing damage and prompting accusations against Israel, though no evidence was provided. The crew—12 members and 4 civilians—remained safe, and a nearby tugboat responded to assist. The strike was reported to have damaged the generator and created holes in the hull. As Gaza faces worsening humanitarian conditions due to an ongoing blockade, volunteers—including climate activist Greta Thunberg—planned to assess the ship's damage. The International Committee of the Red Cross has warned that aid delivery is critically needed to avoid further collapse of humanitarian efforts.

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The Freedom Flotilla Coalition has accused Israel of conducting a drone attack on its aid ship, claiming that the attack puts lives at risk and escalates an already dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, which has been blockaded for over 19 months.

Israel has intensified its blockade of Gaza since March, leading to a catastrophic humanitarian crisis. Reports indicate that over 52,000 Palestinians have died in the conflict, with conditions worsening as aid groups struggle to deliver necessary supplies.

International aid organizations, including the International Committee of the Red Cross, have called for immediate assistance to Gaza and condemned actions that impede the delivery of humanitarian aid.

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