20 Turkish activists from the Sumud Flotilla are returning to Turkey

It has been learned that 20 Turkish citizens from the Sumud Flotilla, who were stopped by Israeli forces off the coast of Greece and had their activists detained, have been released and taken to the island of Crete. Following their time in Crete, the Turkish activists are currently processing their return to Turkey from Heraklion Airport.

It is reported that those on the flotilla are in good health. Hüseyin Dişli, a member of the Board of Directors of the Freedom and Sumud Flotilla Eurasia, stated that all of the Turkish citizens have been safely transported to the island.

During this process, two activists who were on the flotilla but were not transported to Crete, individuals named Thiago and Saif, are still being held by Israel.

WHAT HAPPENED TO THE SUMUD FLOTILLA?

The Global Sumud Flotilla, which set sail to lift the blockade on Gaza and deliver humanitarian aid, had set out into the Mediterranean for the second time in recent days. However, during the journey, it was subjected to an operation by Israeli soldiers off the coast of Crete.

In the operation, where it was stated that approximately 170 activists were detained, 20 ships came under the control of Israeli forces. It is reported that a significant portion of the activists were forcibly taken to Israel and will be deported to their home countries after some time.

In the developments being closely monitored, the Turkish activists in Crete are expected to return home as soon as possible. On the other hand, no new statement has been made regarding the status of Thiago and Saif, who remain under Israeli custody.

News Source: 12punto