Flotilla

Jewish, Arab Israeli activists launch 'Hasbara' flotilla opposing Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla

“We did our own flotilla,” said Arab-Israeli activist Yoseph Haddad. "We send a clear message to all the ‘terror flotilla’ activists. You are not welcome here."

MAY 18, 2026|BySAM HALPERN

Arab-Israeli activist Yoseph Haddad on board one of the vessels of the Israeli 'Hasbara' flotilla. May 17, 2026.

Activists greet as a boat taking part in the Global Sumud Flotilla, which aims to reach Gaza and break Israel’s naval blockade, departs from a port in the southern Turkish resort of Marmaris, Turkey, May 14, 2026.

After setting out from Libya, Gaza land convoy stalls in Sirte, where last effort failed

The Global Sumud Flotilla said the convoy had been paused while security risks were being evaluated, citing indications that Libyan forces were waiting at Sirte to confront them.

MAY 18, 2026|ByMICHAEL STARR

Screenshots from footage published on social media by activists aboard the flotilla as it was reportedly being intercepted by the Israeli Navy, May 18, 2026.

WATCH: Israel begins boarding Gaza-bound Turkish flotilla boats

The Foreign Ministry called the flotilla a “provocation for the sake of provocation,” saying Israel would not allow a breach of the naval blockade on Gaza.

MAY 18, 2026|ByMICHAEL STARR, TOBIAS SIEGAL, AMICHAI STEIN

Boats from a large flotilla attempting to break a maritime blockade on the Hamas-ruled Gaza strip seen arriving at the Ashdod port, after the Israeli Navy took control of the vessels overnight.

Land convoy sets out from Libya as part of Gaza flotilla effort

Two hundred participants from 25 different countries are participating in the convoy, riding in the 20 mobile homes, 7 ambulance or medical transport vehicles, and other locomotives.

MAY 17, 2026|ByMICHAEL STARR

Brazilian activist claims torture during detention in Israel after flotilla interception

Brazilian activist Thiago Avila speaks out after his release from Israeli custody, accusing Israeli authorities of abuse during his flotilla detention.

MAY 12, 2026ByREUTERS

Brazilian Activist Thiago Avila, who was detained aboard the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla, which was intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters, appears at a court in Beersheba, southern Israel May 6, 2026.

Gaza flotilla activists deported from Israel after week-long detention

The two activists, who have been on hunger strike since their detention, were handed over to the immigration authority, which deported them.

MAY 10, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Gaza flotilla activists to be released from detention, deported from Israel

Shin Bet informed the Adalah legal center of the expected release, and the Adalah team will be monitoring developments to ensure that the release and deportation take place.

MAY 9, 2026ByYOAV ETIEL

Thiago Ávila, who took part in a flotilla to the Gaza Strip, arrives for a remand hearing at the Magistrate’s Court in Ashkelon, southern Israel, after being arrested on suspicion of membership in a terrorist organization, May 3, 2026.

Gaza flotilla heads to Turkey after Israeli Navy's interception, detention of two members

The meetings in Marmaris aim to develop an updated legal strategy and revised operational plans for the flotilla’s disrupted mission.

MAY 8, 2026ByYOAV ETIEL

Vessels of the Global Sumud Flotilla, which was intercepted on international waters by the Israeli Navy, sail off the city of Ierapetra, on the island of Crete, Greece, May 1, 2026.

Court rejects appeal by Gaza flotilla activists, keeps them in detention until Sunday

The hearing, scheduled for 2 p.m., will address an appeal filed by Adalah on behalf of Brazilian activist Thiago Ávila and Spanish national Saif Abu Keshek, whose detention was extended Tuesday.

MAY 6, 2026BySARAH BEN-NUN

Saif Abu Keshek, who took part in a flotilla to the Gaza Strip, arrives for a remand hearing at the Magistrate's Court in Ashkelon.

Israeli court extends detention of two Gaza flotilla activists until Sunday

Spanish national Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian Thiago Ávila were among the activists aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla, which set sail last week in an attempt to break Israel’s naval blockade of Gaza.

MAY 5, 2026BySARAH BEN-NUN

Israeli-Turkish tensions continue to grow as Ankara prepares to launch new flotilla

Diplomatic officials are working behind the scenes to defuse tensions, and Israel is currently utilizing diplomatic channels with Turkey to try to prevent the flotilla from setting sail.

MAY 4, 2026ByAVI ASHKENAZI

Turkish navy forces stand aboard the TCG Gaziantep (F-490), a Gabya-class (formerly Oliver Hazard Perry-class) guided-missile frigate operated by the Turkish Naval Forces, before the ceremony to launch the drilling vessel Cagri Bey, which is set to conduct Turkey's first deep-sea drilling operation

Israel to detain two Gaza flotilla activists until Tuesday

Brazilian activist Thiago Ávila and Saif Abu Keshek, a Spanish national, will remain in detention until Tuesday after the state requested a four-day extension for further questioning.

MAY 3, 2026BySARAH BEN-NUN

Activist Thiago Avila, a member of the Global Sumud Flotilla detained by Israel, sits at a magistrate's court to attend a detention extension hearing in Ashkelon, southern Israel, May 3, 2026.

Global Sumud Flotilla claim detained activist never meant to go to Gaza, was on 'observer boat'

Keshek was on “an observer boat which was never intended to go to Gaza,” the statement read, adding that he was “harshly beaten before being removed and isolated from the rest of the participants.”

MAY 2, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Saif Abu Keshek, a leading member of the PCPA, a front for the Hamas terrorist organization, according to the Foreign Ministry.

Global Sumud Flotilla embarks from Sicily, aiming to disrupt Gaza blockade

The Global Sumud Flotilla, with over 60 Italian and Spanish vessels, sets sail from Sicily to challenge Israel’s blockade of Gaza, aiming to raise awareness and mobilize activism."

APRIL 26, 2026ByMICHAEL STARR