Convoy arrives in Libya en route to Gaza to challenge Israel blockade • FRANCE 24 English

a bevy of flags from Algeria Tunisia Libya and Palestine are being brandished from buses and cars The so-called convoy of steadfastness consisting of over 1,500 Tunisian Algerian and Libyan activists is on its way to Gaza in a show of solidarity with the Palestinian people We are heading now to the border crossing between Egyptian Rafa and Palestinian Rafa to break the siege on our brothers in Gaza which has been under blockade for 18 years before the war and 18 months since the war Israel launched its military campaign in the wake of the seven October Hamas terror attacks when militants killed 1200 people in Israel and took 251 hostages into Gaza According to the authorities of the enclave Israel has since killed almost 55,000 Palestinian civilians in its offensive mostly women and children This movement has a clear goal which is the liberation of Palestine and to break the siege on our brothers in Gaza who are being exterminated burnt while hungry and tortured The Gaza Strip is densely populated and is home to more than 2 million people In the past month several UN agencies have warned that the entire population of the enclave is at risk of starvation In May the Council of Europe condemned Israel for its deliberate starvation of the population

A convoy carrying hundreds of activists has arrived in Libya after driving from Algeria and crossing through Tunisia on its way to the Gaza Strip to challenge Israel’s blockade on humanitarian aid on the territory. The convoy is made up of at least 1,500 people, including activists and supporters from Algeria and Tunisia, with more expected to join from Libya.
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41 comments

  2. Why don't the people of the "convoy" talk about the cause of this war or its solution? = Hamas started it on October 7 and Hamas can end it by releasing the innocent hostages and disarming! Why is that not discussed?

  9. ChatGPT

    How long does it take to travel by sea from the ports of Algiers, Tunis, and Istanbul to Gaza?

    Answer:

    The estimated time for a maritime journey from the ports of Algiers, Tunis, and Istanbul to Gaza depends on several factors, including the type of vessel, its speed, weather conditions, and any stops along the way. Here are general estimates for each route:

    1. From Algiers Port to Gaza via the Mediterranean Sea
    Approximate distance:** about 950 to 1050 kilometers.
    Typical ship speed:** around 20 knots (about 37 km/h).
    Estimated time:** approximately 2.5 to 3 days (60 to 72 hours), assuming no delays, depending on conditions.

    2. From Tunis Port to Gaza via the Mediterranean Sea
    Approximate distance:** about 900 to 1000 kilometers.
    Estimated time:** roughly 2.5 to 3 days as well.

    3. From Istanbul Port to Gaza via the Mediterranean Sea
    Approximate distance:** about 650 to 750 kilometers.
    Estimated time:** about 1.5 to 2 days.

    Important notes:
    Weather conditions:** Can significantly affect the duration of the journey.
    Stops:** May be required at other ports or for security checks.
    Type of vessel:** Commercial ships vary in speed and duration.

    Summary:
    From Algiers to Gaza: approximately 3 days.
    From Tunis to Gaza: approximately 3 days.
    From Istanbul to Gaza: approximately 2 days.

  13. You'll said when israel launched into military campaign after october seventh. But I think what you really meant to say was after hamas declared war on israel.

  15. This barbaric block on international aid has to end! The only reason this so called war is still happening is so a mad man can maintain his grip on power and avoid his day in court

  19. YAALLAH protect and save our brothers in Palestine, it is so painful for us to see their suffering. May Palestine be free InshaAllah.

  25. Imagine the Egyptians letting these folks into their country, while continuing to turn away Gazan war refugees. Imagine also these folks being let into Gaza, and then having to go to a GHF aid station for food, because they didn't bring any. Sadly, I don't think they'll get far enough for us to see these things.

  37. Do you think that convoy can get thru Israeli blocked this is another stunt popularity attention seeker. Remember breaking the blocked on a sovereign country is at war. This is another risky adventure.. Why nobody going to Ukraine to protest only in gaza

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