Al Mayadeen English

  • Ar
  • Es
  • x
Al Mayadeen English

Slogan

  • News
    • Politics
    • Economy
    • Sports
    • Arts&Culture
    • Health
    • Miscellaneous
    • Technology
    • Environment
  • Articles
    • Opinion
    • Analysis
    • Blog
    • Features
  • Videos
    • NewsFeed
    • Video Features
    • Explainers
    • TV
    • Digital Series
  • Infographs
  • In Pictures
  • • LIVE
News
  • Politics
  • Economy
  • Sports
  • Arts&Culture
  • Health
  • Miscellaneous
  • Technology
  • Environment
Articles
  • Opinion
  • Analysis
  • Blog
  • Features
Videos
  • NewsFeed
  • Video Features
  • Explainers
  • TV
  • Digital Series
Infographs
In Pictures
  • Africa
  • Asia
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • MENA
  • Palestine
  • US & Canada
BREAKING
Israeli media: Explosion was heard in the Ramon Airport area in southern occupied Palestine after a Yemeni drone attack
Israeli media: Sirens sound in the Ramon Airport area due to fear of drone infiltration
Al Mayadeen's correspondent: Israeli occupation warplanes launched a series of raids on the Hermel outskirts in eastern Lebanon
Israeli media: The death toll in the al-Quds operation has risen to 6
Grossi: There is still time, but not much
IAEA chief Grossi: Progress has been made in talks with Iran on full resumption of inspections. I hope that within the next few days, it will be possible to come to a successful conclusion of discussions
Israeli media platform: A number of armored corps soldiers were killed this morning in Gaza, in another 'tough incident'
Israeli media: The death toll in the al-Quds operation has risen to 5
Israeli media: The death toll in the al-Quds operation has risen to 4, in addition to 7 critically injured
Israeli media outlets: The death toll in the al-Quds operation has risen to four

Irish activist: Gaza aid flotilla nears Tunisian coast

  • By Al Mayadeen English
  • Source: Agencies
  • 7 Sep 2025 17:18
3 Min Read

Irish activist Tara O’Grady says the Gaza-bound flotilla is near Tunisia, stressing its humanitarian mission despite threats from the Israeli regime.

Listen
  • x
  • Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg waves from a boat taking part in a civilian flotilla bound for Gaza, aiming to break the Israeli blockade and deliver humanitarian aid, in Barcelona, Spain, Sunday, August 31, 2025 (AP)
    Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg waves from a boat taking part in a civilian flotilla bound for Gaza, aiming to break the Israeli blockade and deliver humanitarian aid, in Barcelona, Spain, Sunday, August 31, 2025 (AP)

Irish activist Tara O’Grady confirmed in an interview with Al Mayadeen that the Steadfastness Flotilla is approaching Tunisian shores on its journey to the besieged Gaza Strip.

O’Grady stressed that the mission is “purely humanitarian,” acknowledging the risks the participants face after being labeled “terrorists.” She countered, “We are the exact opposite.”

She emphasized that “anyone with a shred of humanity must act against this Zionist regime that will not stop at those borders.” While affirming that the flotilla members do not intend to become martyrs, she added, “We have families to return to, but we are determined to save humanity in Gaza.”

The activist highlighted that their move comes amid what she described as “international paralysis,” noting that the ongoing suffering in Gaza constitutes “an insult to our humanity.”

Concluding her remarks, O’Grady reaffirmed their unwavering stance: “We will always repeat: freedom for Palestine.” She warned, however, that the actions of the Israeli authorities remain unpredictable, recalling their “brutal behavior in the past.”

Maghreb Sumud Flotilla delays departure

Organizers of the Maghreb Sumud Flotilla announced Saturday that the planned departure of pro-Palestinian activists from Tunisia to Gaza has been postponed until Wednesday, September 10.

Related News

Spanish PM reveals 9 measures to halt genocide in Gaza

Trump says 'Israel' accepted his terms, urges Hamas to agree

The boats were originally scheduled to set sail on Sunday, but organizers cited “technical and logistical reasons beyond management’s control” for the delay.

The Maghreb Sumud Flotilla is set to join vessels of the Global Sumud Flotilla, which have already departed from Spain and Italy, in an effort to challenge the Israeli regime's naval blockade on Gaza and deliver humanitarian aid.

The departure had previously been delayed by bad weather, further pushing back the timing of the Tunis launch.

UK refuses to protect Global Sumud Flotilla

Activists aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla have called for international protection after the United Kingdom government declined to offer any security guarantees for the Gaza-bound humanitarian mission.

The flotilla, which embarked on its journey toward the besieged Palestinian enclave, includes dozens of volunteers from 44 countries, among them a delegation from the United Kingdom. The mission aims to deliver urgently needed aid to Palestinians in Gaza, including food, water, and medical supplies, amid what organizers describe as a worsening humanitarian catastrophe.

Volunteers had earlier appealed to the UK government to “support” and “protect” them should they face interception by Israeli forces, as occurred during previous flotilla efforts, according to The National, a Scottish daily.

Despite the calls, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Wednesday that his government would not offer protection to British citizens participating in the mission.

The call for protection is echoed in a joint statement signed by more than 140 elected representatives from several countries, although none from the United Kingdom. The signatories demand the establishment of a humanitarian corridor to support the mission and ensure the safety of those aboard.

The flotilla’s departure comes amid increasing threats from the Israeli government. Far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir reportedly vowed to label the volunteers as “terrorists” and to seize the vessels involved.

  • Ireland
  • Tunisia
  • Palestine
  • Occupied Palestine
  • Gaza
  • Gaza Strip
  • Israel
  • Israeli occupation

Most Read

Al Mayadeen English

Hezbollah’s weapons and the lessons of Syria, PLO, and Algeria

  • Politics
  • 2 Sep 2025
This Jan. 31, 2019 file photo, shows an oil platform in the Leviathan natural gas field, in the Mediterranean Sea off the Palestinian coast. (AP)

Netanyahu freezes $35 bln gas deal with Egypt over troops in Sinai

  • Politics
  • 2 Sep 2025
The Coming War On Iran Will Be Regional, Perhaps International

The coming war on Iran will be regional, perhaps international

  • Opinion
  • 2 Sep 2025
Why Russia and China are NOT Imperialist: A Marxist-Leninist Assessment of Imperialism’s Development Since 1917

Why Russia and China are NOT Imperialist: A Marxist-Leninist Assessment of Imperialism’s Development Since 1917

  • Analysis
  • 4 Sep 2025

Coverage

All
The Ummah's Martyrs

Read Next

All
Iran's Leader Sayyed Ali Khamenei waves as he arrives for a ceremony marking the anniversary of the death of the late leader Sayyed Ruhollah Khomeini at his shrine just outside Tehran, Iran, Wednesday, June 4, 2025 (AP)
Politics

Sayyed Khamenei calls for prioritizing economy, national unity

Palestinians line up to receive donated food at a community kitchen in Deir al-Balah, southern Gaza Strip, Saturday, September 6, 2025 (AP)
Politics

HRW urges arms embargo on Israeli regime amid Gaza famine crisis

Blackwater founder Erik Prince speaks at the Conservative Political Action Conference, CPAC, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, in Oxon Hill, Md. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)
Politics

Blackwater founder seeks to acquire Ukrainian drone companies: report

Brigadier General Yahya Saree, the spokesperson of the Yemeni Armed Forces, announces a military operation against several targets in occupied Palestine, September 7, 2025 (Yemeni Military Media)
Politics

YAF announce major drone op. against multiple Israeli targets

Al Mayadeen English

Al Mayadeen is an Arab Independent Media Satellite Channel.

All Rights Reserved

  • x
  • Privacy Policy
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Authors
Android
iOS