Humanitarian Aid Ship Intercepted off Gaza Coast: Activists Report Israeli Forces' Actions

On June 9, 2025, a humanitarian aid ship, Madleen, carrying activists, was intercepted by Israeli forces near the Gaza coast. The incident, captured on video by an activist onboard, shows the ship surrounded by several Israeli vessels using powerful lights. "Please sound the alarm. We are surrounded by their boats," one activist can be heard saying in the video. While the activists reported no direct attack, the interception itself raises concerns about the freedom of humanitarian aid delivery to Gaza. Francesca Albanese, UN Special Rapporteur, confirmed contact with the flotilla, stating that while speedboats were circling, the flotilla continued its journey. This incident underscores the ongoing tensions in the region and the challenges faced by those attempting to provide aid to Gaza. The video provides a firsthand account of the event, adding urgency and emotional weight to the situation.