Overview
- The Madleen entered Egyptian waters on June 7 and is expected to reach Gaza’s coast within 48 hours.
- The flotilla carries supplies including baby formula, flour, water desalination kits, medical equipment and children’s prosthetics for Gaza’s civilians.
- The Israel Defense Forces has reiterated its commitment to enforce the maritime blockade and says it is prepared to intercept or seize the vessel if it attempts to dock.
- Activists aboard the Madleen rescued four Sudanese migrants from a sinking vessel near Crete and urged regional governments to take them in.
- Aid groups warn that Gaza’s over 2 million residents face acute malnutrition and risk imminent famine under the blockade.