"The photographer had been travelling as part of a convoy of medics and media professionals to "challenge the legality of the siege" imposed on Gaza by Israel, as well as to deliver aid. Speaking to The Art Newspaper last week, Alam called the journey "a strong demonstration of solidarity" with artists and journalists in Gaza, whom Israel has "disproportionately targeted"."
"The FFC said in a statement: "Sources so far indicate that the unarmed crew aboard, including doctors, journalists, and elected officials, have been abducted, as well as the vital aid worth over $110,000 in medicines, respiratory equipment, and nutritional supplies that were destined for Gaza's starving hospitals. Their whereabouts remain unknown.""
"Appearing to reference Alam and the others on board the Thousand Madleens flotilla, Israel's Foreign Ministry wrote on X this morning: "Another futile attempt to breach the legal naval blockade and enter a combat zone ended in nothing. The vessels and the passengers are transferred to an Israeli port. All the passengers are safe and in good health. The passengers are expected to be deported promptly.""
Photographer Shahidul Alam was detained by Israeli forces while on an aid flotilla headed for Gaza. The fleet of nine boats carrying 144 people was in international waters when Israeli ships and a military helicopter surrounded and boarded the largest vessel, the Conscience; a live video showed passengers in life jackets and organisers directing them to remain in place. Alam travelled with medics and media to challenge the legality of the siege and to deliver medical supplies. The Freedom Flotilla Coalition reported that unarmed crew and over $110,000 in medical aid were seized and their whereabouts remain unknown. Israel said passengers would be transferred to an Israeli port and deported, and a Haifa-based legal centre demanded immediate access to Alam.
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