Madleen Kulab, a 30-year-old fisherwoman from Gaza, expressed deep disappointment as the aid ship intended to break Israel's blockade was intercepted and its crew detained. Despite her expectation of this outcome, she remained hopeful until the last moment. The ship featured prominent activists, including Greta Thunberg, and symbolized international solidarity. Kulab's reflections on her conversations with European Parliament member Rima Hassan highlighted the ongoing struggles and isolation faced by Palestinians, compounded by the brutal conditions in Gaza, where recent conflicts have caused extensive casualties and suffering.
"I was deeply disheartened. I strongly anticipated this scenario, but I was truly hoping for a miracle that somehow the ship would break the blockade and reach Gaza."
"Her words really moved me, the way she's devoted her life to the Palestinian cause. And yet, that simple dream [to visit Gaza] has been made impossible by Israel."
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