The International Coalition for the Freedom Flotilla, which brings together several associations critical of the blockade on the Gaza Strip, has been preparing for months for new ships to set sail for the Palestinian territory, despite not having permission from the authorities From Israel, who already intercepted a similar initiative in 2010.

“It is a wake-up call to thousands of paralyzed trucks with humanitarian aid,” said activist Sandra Barrilaro.

Aboard this Freedom Flotilla there are politicians, journalists and activists, all with the same mission. “From Istanbul we are going to reach international waters first and then Gazan waters,” explained Sandra Barrilaro, highlighting that they should be able to enter.

However, to do so they will have to break Israel’s blockade and reach the port of Gaza. “A pontoon has been built to be able to disembark this aid,” said Barrilaro.

The truth is that this It’s not the first mission carried out by the Fotilla de la Libertad. In 2010, the darkest episode in its history took place, when ten people died during the Israeli Army assault. In addition, 30 people were injured.

Since last October 7, around 40,000 Gazans have been killed, the rest survive with fear, thirst and hunger.