Drone spotted over Gaza Freedom Flotilla in Mediterranean Sea
A drone was spotted flying over the Gaza Freedom Flotilla's lead vessel, the Madleen, earlier today in the Mediterranean Sea, raising concerns among organizers and activists onboard.
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The flotilla, which set sail to deliver humanitarian aid and draw attention to the blockade on Gaza, was traveling in international waters at the time of the sighting.
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Drone spotted over Gaza Freedom Flotilla in Mediterranean Sea
A drone was spotted flying over the Gaza Freedom Flotilla's lead vessel, the Madleen, earlier today in the Mediterranean Sea, raising concerns among organizers and activists onboard. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Freedom Flotilla Coalition (@gazafreedomflotilla) The flotilla, which set sail to deliver humanitarian aid and draw attention to the blockade on Gaza, was traveling in international waters at the time of the sighting.
