MEDITERRANEAN SEA A vessel from the Gaza Freedom Flotilla, carrying humanitarian aid and activists, was reportedly attacked by drones while sailing in international waters near Malta. The attack has sparked widespread international condemnation and intensified concerns about the safety of humanitarian missions in conflict zones.
While no group has officially claimed responsibility, several sources and analysts have pointed to Israel as the likely party behind the drone strike. The Israeli government, however, has denied any involvement in the incident.
The Gaza Freedom Flotilla is known for its efforts to deliver essential supplies to the Gaza Strip, a territory facing a severe humanitarian crisis due to ongoing blockades and conflict.
“Targeting humanitarian vessels in international waters is a grave violation of international maritime law,” said maritime law expert Prof. Laura Chen. “This attack endangers civilian lives and threatens the delivery of critical aid.”
International bodies and human rights organizations have called for an immediate investigation into the incident to hold perpetrators accountable and ensure the safety of future aid missions.
The attack comes amid heightened tensions in the region, where access to humanitarian aid remains a deeply contested and politically sensitive issue.
