The Take Was hope of aid for Gaza seized with the Freedom Flotilla?
Jun 11, 2025
Joining the discussion is Ahmad Ibsais, a Palestinian-American writer behind the substack 'State of Siege.' He delves into the implications of the recent seizure of the Gaza Freedom Flotilla and argues that humanitarian aid has evolved into a weapon of political warfare. Ibsais critiques the barriers to effective aid distribution, calls for international intervention to support Palestinian autonomy, and emphasizes the importance of global solidarity movements. His insights illuminate the complex interplay of ethics and urgency in addressing the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
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Seizure of Madeline Aid Ship
- Israeli commandos raided the Madeline aid ship in international waters, detaining activists including Greta Thunberg.
- Despite this, Tunisian convoys with thousands aim to reach Gaza to break the siege and deliver aid.
Aid as a Weapon of War
- Israel's blockade and violence on Gaza represent a genocidal campaign normalized globally.
- The Madeline flotilla aimed more to disrupt this and show Gaza is reachable than merely to deliver aid.
Aid as a Control Mechanism
- Aid to Gaza is used as a tool to humiliate Palestinians and maintain Israeli control.
- Israel restricts resources, steals water, and denies Palestinians autonomy under the guise of aid.