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What is the status of the Gaza aid flotilla?

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The Gaza aid flotilla, known as the Global Sumud Flotilla, continues its mission despite setbacks from drone attacks and political pressure. One main vessel is sidelined for repairs, but aid and passengers are being transferred to other ships. The flotilla is monitored by Turkish drones and European navies, and remains determined to break the Israeli blockade.

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Drones from Turkey circle Gaza aid flotilla as boats sail east

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  • Turkish drones have been circling an international aid flotilla heading for Gaza.
  • The flotilla includes parliamentarians, lawyers, and activists, and aims to breach Israel's naval blockade. 18s
  • Three Turkish drones have monitored the flotilla for several days, with no official explanation given. 36s
  • The flotilla has experienced drone attacks and is nearing waters where previous flotillas were intercepted. 1m 2s
  • Italy and Spain have deployed navy ships for humanitarian support but will not engage militarily. 1m 25s
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Drones from Turkey circle Gaza aid flotilla as boats sail east
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Reuters
2 hours ago
Drones from Turkey circle Gaza aid flotilla as boats sail east

Turkish drones have been circling the international aid flotilla heading for Gaza, which is monitored by several countries and remains hundreds of miles from Gaza.

Drones from Turkey circle Gaza aid flotilla as boats sail east
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Reuters
2 hours ago
Drones from Turkey circle Gaza aid flotilla as boats sail east

The flotilla is still far from Gaza but nearing waters where previous flotillas have been intercepted; recent drone attacks have damaged some boats.

Global Sumud Flotilla set to continue its mission to Gaza
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Euronews
2 days ago
Global Sumud Flotilla set to continue its mission to Gaza

The Global Sumud Flotilla says it will continue its journey towards Gaza despite recent difficulties, including a main vessel sidelined due to engine failure from drone attacks.

Global Sumud Flotilla set to continue its mission to Gaza
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Euronews
2 days ago
Global Sumud Flotilla set to continue its mission to Gaza

Aid and passengers from the damaged boat will be relocated to the remaining ships, which are set to continue sailing.

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