Event Brief
Activists say Israel intercepted Gaza aid flotilla near Crete
Filed: Apr 30, 2026 at 9:03 AM ET
Summary: Activists say Israeli forces intercepted their Gaza aid flotilla near Crete, detaining crews while the boats sailed to break the blockade.
WHO: Activists; Israeli forces
WHAT: Interception and detention of crews from a Gaza aid flotilla
WHEN: Apr 30, 2026 at 3:59 AM ET
WHERE: Near the Greek island of Crete
WHY: To break Israel's blockade of the Gaza Strip and deliver aid.
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