02.10.2025 15:26
The Global Sumud Fleet, which was on its way to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, was intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters in the Mediterranean. While 30 ships were seized, over 200 people, including 37 Turks, were detained. Bekir Develi, a host on the fleet, stated, "54 miles... Let it be noted in history," while İkbal Gürpınar described the attack by saying, "They are spraying chemicals on the ship." There has been no contact with the duo for hours.
The Global Sumud Fleet, which set out to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, was attacked by Israeli forces in international waters in the Mediterranean. After the intervention, 30 ships were seized, and more than 200 people, including 37 Turkish citizens, were detained by Israeli soldiers.
NO NEWS FROM BEKİR DEVELİ AND İKBAL GÜRPINAR
There has been no news for hours from Bekir Develi and İkbal Gürpınar, who are among the names in the fleet. Develi last shared his location on social media last night, stating, "54 miles... Just to note in history..." Gürpınar announced the attack in a video he shared, saying, "They are spraying chemicals on the ship."
STRIKING MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT OF THE SIYER FOUNDATION
In a post on X, Siyer Foundation President Muhammed Emin Yıldırım, who is on the Florida boat, used striking expressions:
"I have to throw my phone into the sea. May your prayers be constant. Whatever Allah's decree is, that is what will happen. Ahhh Gaza..."
REACTION GROWS IN TURKEY
Israeli soldiers attempted to detain Turkish citizens by raiding some boats. So far, it has been reported that 37 Turkish citizens have been taken into custody. Developments in Turkey have drawn significant reactions, and it has been stated that official authorities are closely monitoring the process.
SHIPS WERE TAKEN TO ASHDOD PORT
It has been announced that the ships intervened by Israel were directed to Ashdod Port. The attack on the fleet has also resonated in the international public.