Fleet sets sail from Barcelona, endeavoring for the biggest breach yet of Israel's naval embargo against Gaza

In Barcelona, Spain, a flotilla of about 20 boats set sail for the Gaza Strip on Sunday, marking the largest attempt yet to break the Israeli blockade by sea. The Global Sumud Flotilla, an independent group that mobilized over 50 boats and 15,000 activists from 44 countries, is carrying humanitarian aid, including food, water, and medicine. Notable participants include Greta Thunberg, a Swedish activist, and various delegations from around the world.

The ongoing war in Gaza, which began on October 7, 2023, has claimed over 63,000 lives, mostly civilians. At least 332 Palestinians have died of malnutrition, including 124 children, amidst the blockade. The war has not been corrected to reflect any specific military action or development since the previous bullet points.

Actor Liam Cunningham played a video of a girl named Fatima planning her own funeral before the departure of the flotilla. Tragically, Fatima passed away four days ago. Thousands of supporters gathered in Barcelona to send off the boats, their hearts heavy with the weight of this loss.

This is not the first time Thunberg has attempted to reach Gaza waters this year. Previously, Israel has stopped ships carrying humanitarian aid and deported Thunberg. An Israeli official announced that humanitarian aid to certain parts of northern Gaza will be halted or slowed due to the ongoing military offensive against Hamas.

The flotilla's mission is a testament to the global community's desire for peace and humanitarian aid to reach those in need. As the boats make their way towards the Gaza Strip, the world watches and hopes for a resolution to the ongoing crisis.