International Flotilla to Gaza Reaches "Orange Zone"
The steering committee of the Maghrebian flotilla, Soumoud, announced on Tuesday in Tunis that the international flotilla to Gaza has reached the "orange zone", which precedes the "red zone". This zone is considered a "danger zone" where Zionist forces typically intervene against sailors.
Determination to Reach Gaza
The committee emphasized that all participants are determined to continue their journey to Gaza, as part of a flotilla consisting of 50 ships and 532 participants from 45 countries. Thirty Tunisians are on board. Despite the challenges, the participants are ready to face any potential intervention by the Zionist entity, according to Jawaher Channa.
Participants and Challenges
Approximately 52 Maghrebian participants are on board 10 ships, including 30 Tunisians, 26 Algerians, 4 Moroccans, and 2 Mauritanians. Four Tunisian participants were repatriated to Tunisia due to health problems. The flotilla has faced numerous technical and meteorological difficulties, as well as Zionist propaganda. Nevertheless, the participants continue their journey to Gaza, carrying humanitarian aid.
Financial Transparency
Mohamed Amine Bennour, a member of the steering committee, indicated that the funds collected for the flotilla are significant. An audit is currently being conducted under the control of a bailiff, a committee of lawyers, and an accountant. The funds destined for Gaza will be deposited at the UNRWA office in the Gaza Strip and with the SOS Gammarth association.
Humanitarian Corridor
Bennour affirmed that the flotilla aims to open a humanitarian corridor to Gaza. Palestinian committees from hospitals and the municipality of Gaza are waiting for the flotilla's arrival.
International Support
Turkia Chaibi, a member of the steering committee, saluted the support for the flotilla and the Palestinian people, citing the positions of the Spanish Prime Minister, the President of Colombia, and Italian dockworkers. Chaibi added that additional support ships will set sail in early October, and a land convoy will depart in the coming days.
