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Global Sumud Flotilla

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16 Irish citizens detained by Israel on Gaza flotilla ‘on their journey home’

16 Irish citizens detained by Israel on Gaza flotilla ‘on their journey home’

Mon, 06 Oct, 2025

They were held after Israel intercepted around 40 vessels taking part in the flotilla which was taking aid to Gaza.

16 Irish citizens held on Gaza flotilla taken to ‘detention facility’ in Israel

16 Irish citizens held on Gaza flotilla taken to ‘detention facility’ in Israel

Fri, 03 Oct, 2025

They were detained after Israel intercepted around 40 vessels taking part in the Global Sumud Flotilla.

At least 14 Irish citizens detained after Gaza-bound flotilla intercepted

At least 14 Irish citizens detained after Gaza-bound flotilla intercepted

Thu, 02 Oct, 2025

Sinn Féin senator Chris Andrews was among those detained after the boat he was on was boarded by Israeli soldiers.

Taoiseach says flotilla interception in international waters ‘against law’

Taoiseach says flotilla interception in international waters ‘against law’

Thu, 02 Oct, 2025

The Global Sumud Flotilla is attempting to carry aid to Gaza, and includes Irish citizens.

Senator on board Gaza-bound aid flotilla ‘detained by Israel’ – Sinn Féin

Senator on board Gaza-bound aid flotilla ‘detained by Israel’ – Sinn Féin

Thu, 02 Oct, 2025

The party said Chris Andrews was on board the Spectre which was ‘intercepted off the coast of Egypt’ on Wednesday.