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2025-09-15 18:20
Global Sumud Flotilla sets sail from Tunisia to break Gaza blockade
The Global Sumud Flotilla, a multinational maritime convoy tasked with breaking the Israeli blockade of Gaza, has embarked on its mission from Tunisia amid heightened tensions and recent attacks on its vessels. The flotilla departed from three Tunisian ports — Bizerte, Gammarth, and Sidi Bou Said — between September 14 and 15, 2025, carrying activists and humanitarian aid from over 40 countries.
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2025-09-13 20:10
If Palestine can’t win, many principles are at stake,” says Italian activist on Sumud flotilla
Claudio, a volunteer from Sicily, says solidarity with Gaza is a continuation of historic liberation struggles
TEHRAN- The Sumud flotilla has brought together volunteers and sailing boats from across the Mediterranean, aiming to challenge Israel’s blockade and deliver solidarity to Gaza. From Italy, dozens of boats are preparing to set sail. Among them is Claudio, an Italian activist from Sicily affiliated with the International Solidarity Movement, who shared his perspective with the Tehran Times in Tunis.
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2025-09-13 20:09
“Children of Gaza, don’t lose hope, we are by your side”: Dutch activist on Sumud mission says
Dominique, the sole Dutch participant in the Sumud flotilla, says ordinary citizens must act where governments fail
TEHRAN - As the Sumud humanitarian flotilla voyages waters of Tunisia with the aim of breaking the siege on Gaza, international activists are stepping forward to challenge the blockade through non-violent action. Among them is Dominique, the only delegate from the Netherlands, who spoke to the Tehran Times about their motivation, readiness to face risks, and heartfelt message to Palestinian children.
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2025-09-13 11:23
Dutch activist on Sumud mission:“Children of Gaza, don’t lose hope — we are by your side”
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2025-09-13 11:21
Italian activist joins Sumud flotilla: “If Palestine can’t win, many principles are at stake”
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2025-09-12 20:34
Israeli drones strike Sumud flotilla twice; activists press on
The Global Sumud Flotilla, a civilian-led mission to break Israel’s naval blockade of Gaza, has faced two suspected drone attacks in Tunisian waters this week, drawing international condemnation and diplomatic pressure on Israel.
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2025-09-08 17:20
Bosnian activist on Sumud: ‘The success of the flotilla depends on global support’
During a Sarajevo press conference of the Movement to Gaza on Monday, Bosnian humanitarian worker Boris Vitlacil joined live from Italy, where he is finalizing preparations to sail with the Global Sumud Flotilla from Sicily toward Gaza.
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2025-09-08 17:19
Steadfast seas, steadfast hearts: The Sumud Flotilla’s voyage to Gaza
Reporting for Al Jazeera, Colombian journalist Mauricio Morales’ dispatch from the Global Sumud Flotilla captures a day of rationed meals, night watches for drones, and a “buddy system” caring for volunteers aged 24 to 73—human texture behind a people-led mission to Gaza.
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2025-09-08 17:17
From the deck of Sumud: Thiago Ávila urges swift, united action for Gaza
“We are not heroes, we do not need heroes — what we need is organization, courage, solidarity, and we need to move fast,” declared Brazilian humanitarian activist Thiago Ávila on Monday after the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla arrived in Tunisia.
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2025-09-08 17:13
Sumud greeted by hundreds in Tunis port
Prominent activists, including Greta Thunberg, Thiago Avila and French MEP Rima Hassan, arrived at the Tunis port in the Tunisian capital on Sunday and were greeted by hundreds of locals, waving flags and cheering them on late into the night.
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2025-09-08 14:24
Greta Thunberg tells Gaza-bound flotilla leaders: ‘End your complicity in this genocide’
“End your complicity in this genocide. Be human.” With these words, Swedish activist Greta Thunberg addressed world leaders on Monday from on board the Global Sumud Flotilla, which has arrived in Tunis and is due to depart for Gaza after resupplying.
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2025-09-08 11:05
The Global Sumud Fleet gathers to set sail for Gaza
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2025-09-07 20:01
Sumud Flotilla docks in Tunis ahead of Gaza-bound journey
The Global Sumud Flotilla arrived in Tunis on Sunday night, its last scheduled stop before attempting to reach Gaza with humanitarian supplies to confront Israel’s naval blockade.
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2025-09-07 11:13
Sumud Flotilla activists take to the streets of Tunisia
A group of activists from different parts of the world gathered in the streets of Tunis, Tunisia to show their solidarity with Gaza and their support of The Global Sumud Flotilla.
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2025-09-06 20:12
Over 150 officials urge protection of Sumud humanitarian flotilla to Gaza
Over 150 current and former elected officials from around the world have issued “a call for immediate action to ensure humanitarian access to Gaza and to end the genocide of the Palestinian people.”
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2025-09-05 19:47
‘Sumud’ flotilla heads for Gaza with over 50 vessels despite Israeli threats
The Global Sumud Flotilla — named for the Arabic word meaning steadfastness, a principle of unyielding resistance — is pressing across the Mediterranean toward Tunisia, part of a bid to break Israel’s 18-year naval blockade of Gaza.