Reveal The Gaza Flotilla Story You Didn’t Hear
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Dec 6, 2025 Dane Hunter, a sailor from the British Virgin Islands, shares his first-hand experiences from the Global Sumud Flotilla aimed at breaking Israel’s blockade of Gaza. He describes the harrowing moments when the flotilla was attacked by drones, and the chilling experience of being boarded at gunpoint by the Israeli Navy. Hunter also discusses the camaraderie among crew members and the harsh conditions in detention. The podcast reveals unexpected impacts on Gaza fishermen and highlights the growing global protests that followed the flotilla's mission.
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Calm Before Detention
- Louna Sbou sent a peaceful voice note from her cabin under the stars before being detained two days later.
- Less than 48 hours after that message, she was seized by the Israeli Navy and sent to a high-security prison in the Negev.
Scale And Context Of The Mission
- The Global Sumud Flotilla carried 462 people on 42 boats from 45 countries attempting the largest sea mission to Gaza.
- Previous flotillas sometimes reached Gaza, but Israel's 2009 blockade made such missions increasingly confrontational.
Drone Attacks In Tunisian Waters
- The Barcelona fleet was hit by suspected drone incendiary attacks while in Tunisian waters, causing fear but no injuries.
- Organizers accused Israel and some participants saw the strikes as a scare tactic that increased global attention.