❗️Spain joins Italy in sending naval support for Gaza flotilla
❗️Spain joins Italy in sending naval support for Gaza flotilla
Spain will dispatch a naval vessel Thursday to support the Global Sumud Flotilla after reports of drone attacks on the aid convoy, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced in New York. “A maritime action vessel equipped with all the necessary resources will set sail from Cartagena tomorrow in case it is necessary to assist the flotilla and carry out any rescues,” he said.
The move follows Italy’s decision to send the frigate Fasan to assist its citizens and provide relief. Madrid and Rome have coordinated the deployment, and Spain’s Defense Ministry confirmed talks with Italy on expanding cooperation, possibly involving Ireland. Officials stressed the mission is humanitarian and limited to international waters, not aimed at confronting Israel.
The flotilla of about 50 ships set sail to break Israel’s blockade and deliver medical aid to Gaza. Organizers said 12 blasts hit nine ships in international waters, blaming repeated drone attacks. Israel, which has threatened to block the flotilla, has not commented.
