"Rough seas are once again standing in the way of the Global Sumud Flotilla's goal of reaching Gaza and breaking the Israeli blockade. The expedition, which its organizers describe as the largest flotilla in history, has so far been joined by some 200 citizens from 44 countries, including Swedish activist Greta Thunberg, former Barcelona mayor Ada Colau, and the Brazilian activist Thiago Avila."
"Five of the 30 boats that departed on Monday afternoon from the port of Barcelona (Spain) were forced to turn back, and two never even left the harbor due to mechanical difficulties. Although the wind had decreased compared to Sunday, when the flotilla also had to turn back several hours after setting out, the strong waves in the Mediterranean Sea once again affected the smaller vessels, mainly sailboats. The night on board was tough for many mission participants, who endured seasickness and vomiting."
Rough seas impeded the Global Sumud Flotilla's attempt to reach Gaza and break the Israeli blockade, forcing several vessels to return to Barcelona and causing mechanical failures. Around 200 citizens from 44 countries joined the expedition, including Greta Thunberg, Ada Colau and Thiago Avila. Five of 30 boats turned back and two remained in port due to mechanical problems; smaller sailboats suffered most from strong Mediterranean waves, seasickness and vomiting. Some boats sustained water leaks and electrical and mechanical damage, leaving the status of returned vessels uncertain. About 20 ships pressed on toward Tunisia to rendezvous with roughly 20 African Flotilla vessels for a planned aid mission.
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