Israel intercepts Turkish-led ‘humanitarian aid’ flotilla from reaching the shores of Gaza
The Israeli Navy intercepted a Turkish-led flotilla attempting to reach Gaza, which was confirmed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The operation took place in international waters, with naval commandos boarding the vessels. Israel's Foreign Ministry criticized the flotilla as a provocation and emphasized that it was not genuinely humanitarian in nature.
- ▪The Israeli Navy started intercepting the flotilla on May 18, 2026.
- ▪Prime Minister Netanyahu monitored the operation and praised the naval commandos for their success.
- ▪The flotilla was organized by groups previously involved in a controversial 2010 incident that resulted in fatalities.
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- ▪ Six Canadians among activists detained after Israel intercepts Gaza aid flotilla near Cyprus — The Globe and Mail
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World News Israel intercepts Turkish-led ‘humanitarian aid’ flotilla from reaching the shores of Gaza By Jewish News Syndicate Published May 18, 2026, 2:57 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Originally Published by: The Israeli Navy started intercepting a Turkish-led attempt to sail to Gaza, the Prime Minister’s Office confirmed on Monday. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu monitored the operation from the Kirya military headquarters in Tel Aviv as naval commandos boarded the vessels in international waters off Cyprus.
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