The Israeli military announced on Tuesday that it has uncovered official Hamas documents in Gaza allegedly linking the militant group to the financing and organization of the Sumud flotilla, an international effort aimed at breaking Israel\u2019s longstanding naval blockade.<\/p>\n
According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), the files identify senior Hamas-aligned operatives directly involved in the flotilla\u2019s coordination. Among those named are the CEO of a Spanish shipping company that owns several of the participating vessels, as well as the UK head of the Palestinian Community and Professional Association (PCPA), a group described by Israel as affiliated with Hamas.<\/p>\n
The flotilla, composed of more than 50 boats with activists from 44 countries, has drawn global attention for its high-profile passengers, including Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg. Organizers say the mission is a peaceful humanitarian initiative designed to deliver aid and challenge the legality of the blockade on Gaza.<\/p>\n
Israel, however, has long accused Hamas of exploiting international campaigns to mask militant operations. Military officials said the newly obtained documents provide \u201cdirect proof\u201d that the flotilla is not merely a civil society effort but rather an extension of Hamas\u2019s political and financial network.<\/p>\n
No immediate response was issued by flotilla organizers, though previous statements have rejected claims of militant involvement, insisting the campaign is \u201cnonviolent and transparent.\u201d<\/p>\n
The IDF\u2019s revelation is expected to heighten tensions ahead of the flotilla\u2019s anticipated arrival in the eastern Mediterranean. Israel has pledged to stop the vessels from reaching Gaza\u2019s shores, while rights groups warn that intercepting boats carrying international activists could spark diplomatic fallout.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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