Israel’s History of Intercepting Gaza-Bound Aid Flotillas Challenging the Blockade

Israel has a long history of intercepting and attacking flotillas bound for the Gaza Strip, particularly since it imposed a blockade on the enclave in 2007. These missions are often organized by international activists or pro-Palestinian groups seeking to deliver humanitarian aid or challenge Israel’s illegal blockade.

The most recent attempt, on October 1 and 2, was the Global Sumud Flotilla — the largest grassroots humanitarian fleet in history.

Below is a timeline of…