Israeli forces use rubber bullets against Gaza aid flotilla protesters

Israeli Naval Forces Engage Activists on Gaza-Bound Flotilla

Multiple boats on board the Global Sumud Flotilla were reportedly fired upon by Israeli naval forces in the Mediterranean Sea. The incident occurred as part of an operation launched by Israel to intercept the flotilla, which was bound for the Gaza Strip.

According to a spokesperson for the flotilla, multiple vessels came under fire from Israeli forces. The nature of the projectiles used by Israeli forces has been reported as ‘rubber bullets’.

The Global Sumud Flotilla is a humanitarian mission aimed at delivering aid to the Gaza Strip. The flotilla’s route takes it through international waters before entering the Gaza coastline.

Israeli authorities have not commented on the incident, but the operation was reportedly carried out in accordance with Israeli naval protocols for intercepting vessels in the Mediterranean Sea.

The flotilla’s spokesperson has confirmed that multiple boats were targeted by Israeli forces. The exact number of people affected is currently unknown.

Details of the incident are still emerging, and further information may become available as the situation develops.

Source: Al Jazeera