Israel releases 7 crew members of the ship 'Hanztala'

Israeli authorities announced today, Tuesday, that they will deport 7 crew members of the ship 'Hanztala' for breaking the blockade on Gaza, after seizing the ship last Sunday and arresting its crew members.


The website 'Waint' reported that 7 crew members of the ship 'Hanztala' will be deported outside Israel, noting that anyone who refuses the deportation order will be deported after appearing before a judge.

The Israeli navy forces stormed and took control of the ship 'Hanztala' last Sunday, which was carrying 21 international solidarity activists in an attempt to break the blockade imposed on Gaza, after sailing from Italy towards Gaza.

During the raid, the activists were forced to raise their hands and surrender, and the live broadcast of the ship was cut off, raising concerns about the fate of the crew.

However, the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that all passengers are safe, and the ship is on its way to the shores of Israel, describing the attempt as illegal and dangerous.

The ship 'Hanztala' is part of the 'Freedom Flotilla Coalition', an initiative by activists seeking to break the maritime blockade imposed on Gaza by Israel.

The interception comes in the context of previous attempts by the 'Freedom Flotilla' to break the blockade, where ships like 'Madelin' were intercepted.