Just now, the Spanish Navy made a move against Israel! Countries are watching with bated breath to see what will happen? On September 24th, Spanish Prime Minister Sanchez announced, "Tomorrow, we will send a naval ship carrying the necessary resources to assist the" Global Fortitude Fleet "and carry out rescue operations."
The Global Fortitude Fleet consists of 51 civilian vessels carrying more than 500 participants from 44 countries, including volunteers and medical personnel. The ships set sail from the Spanish port of Barcelona carrying food, medical supplies and building materials intended to reach Gaza directly, challenging Israel's long-standing blockade. The fleet set out at the end of August, and the voyage was smooth at the beginning, but it suffered disruption after entering the eastern Mediterranean. On the evening of September 23, in the waters south of the Greek island of Crete, the fleet reported that multiple drones dropped flash bombs and irritating gases, causing communication disruptions. Israel did not admit responsibility, but the organizers of the fleet accused it of being related. After the attacks, the Belgian and Irish governments turned to Spain for help to protect their citizens.
On September 24, Sanchez announced in parliament that Spain would send a patrol ship to provide resource assistance for rescue. The vessel, called the Phantom, is a meteor class, loaded with 2,800 tons of water, equipped with 76mm main cannons, 25mm automatic cannons and 12.7mm machine guns, capable of carrying helicopters. The vessel departed from the Catania base, aimed at defending itself in a low-intensity environment. Foreign Minister Alvarez said the move was based on international law and supported free navigation in the high seas and was not a threat. Italian Defense Minister Crosetto condemned the attack, sent the Alpino patrol and another vessel to protect its own participants, including parliamentarians. Italian Prime Minister Meloni called the operation of the vessel high risk and recommended unloading
The Israeli Foreign Ministry said the flotilla was associated with Hamas and that the blockade measures were legal and would prevent the arrival. Israeli National Security Minister Ben Gvir regarded the participants as supporting terrorist groups. In the history of the Israeli navy, similar fleets have been intercepted, such as the 2010 incident that caused casualties. This time, Israel reiterated that it would not allow breakthroughs and maintain surveillance. The United Nations called for an investigation into the attack, and the human rights office emphasized the protection of humanitarian actions. EU member states discuss potential escalation, and NATO debates the applicability of the collective defense clause. The United States supports the Israeli blockade but calls for avoiding confrontation. The fleet continued to advance, accompanied by ships to provide deterrence, and the global media watched the situation.
The Global Fortitude Fleet consists of 51 civilian vessels carrying more than 500 participants from 44 countries, including volunteers and medical personnel. The ships set sail from the Spanish port of Barcelona carrying food, medical supplies and building materials intended to reach Gaza directly, challenging Israel's long-standing blockade. The fleet set out at the end of August, and the voyage was smooth at the beginning, but it suffered disruption after entering the eastern Mediterranean. On the evening of September 23, in the waters south of the Greek island of Crete, the fleet reported that multiple drones dropped flash bombs and irritating gases, causing communication disruptions. Israel did not admit responsibility, but the organizers of the fleet accused it of being related. After the attacks, the Belgian and Irish governments turned to Spain for help to protect their citizens.
On September 24, Sanchez announced in parliament that Spain would send a patrol ship to provide resource assistance for rescue. The vessel, called the Phantom, is a meteor class, loaded with 2,800 tons of water, equipped with 76mm main cannons, 25mm automatic cannons and 12.7mm machine guns, capable of carrying helicopters. The vessel departed from the Catania base, aimed at defending itself in a low-intensity environment. Foreign Minister Alvarez said the move was based on international law and supported free navigation in the high seas and was not a threat. Italian Defense Minister Crosetto condemned the attack, sent the Alpino patrol and another vessel to protect its own participants, including parliamentarians. Italian Prime Minister Meloni called the operation of the vessel high risk and recommended unloading
The Israeli Foreign Ministry said the flotilla was associated with Hamas and that the blockade measures were legal and would prevent the arrival. Israeli National Security Minister Ben Gvir regarded the participants as supporting terrorist groups. In the history of the Israeli navy, similar fleets have been intercepted, such as the 2010 incident that caused casualties. This time, Israel reiterated that it would not allow breakthroughs and maintain surveillance. The United Nations called for an investigation into the attack, and the human rights office emphasized the protection of humanitarian actions. EU member states discuss potential escalation, and NATO debates the applicability of the collective defense clause. The United States supports the Israeli blockade but calls for avoiding confrontation. The fleet continued to advance, accompanied by ships to provide deterrence, and the global media watched the situation.