Israeli naval forces intercepted and seized the activist aid ship Handala in international waters as it attempted to deliver humanitarian supplies to Gaza, challenging Israel's longstanding naval blockade. The vessel, carrying activists and aid including baby formula and medicine, was towed to Ashdod port, and its crew and passengers were detained, with deportation proceedings expected for several. This is at least the third such flotilla intercepted by Israel this year, as international activists continue efforts to break the blockade amid reports of severe humanitarian crises in Gaza. The incident has drawn condemnation from rights groups and some foreign governments, who argue the interception was unlawful and highlight the dire need for aid in Gaza. Israel maintains that such attempts are illegal and pose security risks, while continuing to facilitate some aid deliveries by air and land.
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