Mission & Background The Madleen is the flagship of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, launched on 1 June 2025 from Catania, Sicily, with the goal of breaking the Israeli maritime blockade on Gaza by delivering symbolic humanitarian aid—rice, baby formula, medical supplies—and raising global awareness .
Meaning of the Name Named after Madleen Culab, Gaza’s first female fisherwoman (2014), the boat honors Palestinian women's resilience .
Crew & Notable Passengers Twelve activists were onboard, including Swedish climate campaigner Greta Thunberg and French MEP Rima Hassan, both aiming to spotlight Gaza’s humanitarian crisis .
Journey & Incidents at Sea
On 5 June, Madleen rescued 4 Sudanese migrants from a dinghy and transferred them to Frontex .
Early on 8 June, the vessel was surrounded by drones and Israeli naval craft, with passengers reporting a spray of “irritant white substance” .
Interception
The Israeli Navy intercepted the Madleen in international waters on 8–9 June, boarding it with military personnel.
Israel redirected the ship to Ashdod for security processing, detained the 12 activists, and confiscated the small aid stock for distribution via official channels .
Response & Global Reaction
Israel defended the blockade as necessary to prevent weapons smuggling and deemed the flotilla a publicity stunt .
The UN and advocacy groups called the interception a violation of international maritime law, urging continued efforts to challenge the blockade .Aspect Details
Boat Madleen – renamed to honor Gaza’s pioneering fisherwoman Objective Deliver symbolic aid & break Gaza's sea-siege Passengers 12 activists (incl. Greta Thunberg & Rima Hassan) Major events Rescue of migrants; drone harassing; Israeli naval interception Outcome Ship boarded in international waters and redirected to Ashdod Global reaction Protest from UN and rights groups; Israel defends its actions
It seems like you’re referring to the Madleen, the boat featured in your image—the central vessel in the 2025 Gaza Freedom Flotilla. Here's a detailed look:
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🚢 2025 Gaza Freedom Flotilla: Madleen
Mission & Background The Madleen is the flagship of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, launched on 1 June 2025 from Catania, Sicily, with the goal of breaking the Israeli maritime blockade on Gaza by delivering symbolic humanitarian aid—rice, baby formula, medical supplies—and raising global awareness .
Meaning of the Name Named after Madleen Culab, Gaza’s first female fisherwoman (2014), the boat honors Palestinian women's resilience .
Crew & Notable Passengers Twelve activists were onboard, including Swedish climate campaigner Greta Thunberg and French MEP Rima Hassan, both aiming to spotlight Gaza’s humanitarian crisis .
Journey & Incidents at Sea
On 5 June, Madleen rescued 4 Sudanese migrants from a dinghy and transferred them to Frontex .
Early on 8 June, the vessel was surrounded by drones and Israeli naval craft, with passengers reporting a spray of “irritant white substance” .
Interception
The Israeli Navy intercepted the Madleen in international waters on 8–9 June, boarding it with military personnel.
Israel redirected the ship to Ashdod for security processing, detained the 12 activists, and confiscated the small aid stock for distribution via official channels .
Response & Global Reaction
Israel defended the blockade as necessary to prevent weapons smuggling and deemed the flotilla a publicity stunt .
The UN and advocacy groups called the interception a violation of international maritime law, urging continued efforts to challenge the blockade .
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🔍 Quick Summary
Aspect Details
Boat Madleen – renamed to honor Gaza’s pioneering fisherwoman Objective Deliver symbolic aid & break Gaza's sea-siege Passengers 12 activists (incl. Greta Thunberg & Rima Hassan) Major events Rescue of migrants; drone harassing; Israeli naval interception Outcome Ship boarded in international waters and redirected to Ashdod Global reaction Protest from UN and rights groups; Israel defends its actions
Free Palestine by Abdullah Shafique
🚢 2025 Gaza Freedom Flotilla: Madleen
Mission & Background
The Madleen is the flagship of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, launched on 1 June 2025 from Catania, Sicily, with the goal of breaking the Israeli maritime blockade on Gaza by delivering symbolic humanitarian aid—rice, baby formula, medical supplies—and raising global awareness .
Meaning of the Name
Named after Madleen Culab, Gaza’s first female fisherwoman (2014), the boat honors Palestinian women's resilience .
Crew & Notable Passengers
Twelve activists were onboard, including Swedish climate campaigner Greta Thunberg and French MEP Rima Hassan, both aiming to spotlight Gaza’s humanitarian crisis .
Journey & Incidents at Sea
On 5 June, Madleen rescued 4 Sudanese migrants from a dinghy and transferred them to Frontex .
Early on 8 June, the vessel was surrounded by drones and Israeli naval craft, with passengers reporting a spray of “irritant white substance” .
Interception
The Israeli Navy intercepted the Madleen in international waters on 8–9 June, boarding it with military personnel.
Israel redirected the ship to Ashdod for security processing, detained the 12 activists, and confiscated the small aid stock for distribution via official channels .
Response & Global Reaction
Israel defended the blockade as necessary to prevent weapons smuggling and deemed the flotilla a publicity stunt .
The UN and advocacy groups called the interception a violation of international maritime law, urging continued efforts to challenge the blockade .Aspect Details
Boat Madleen – renamed to honor Gaza’s pioneering fisherwoman
Objective Deliver symbolic aid & break Gaza's sea-siege
Passengers 12 activists (incl. Greta Thunberg & Rima Hassan)
Major events Rescue of migrants; drone harassing; Israeli naval interception
Outcome Ship boarded in international waters and redirected to Ashdod
Global reaction Protest from UN and rights groups; Israel defends its actions
It seems like you’re referring to the Madleen, the boat featured in your image—the central vessel in the 2025 Gaza Freedom Flotilla. Here's a detailed look:
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🚢 2025 Gaza Freedom Flotilla: Madleen
Mission & Background
The Madleen is the flagship of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, launched on 1 June 2025 from Catania, Sicily, with the goal of breaking the Israeli maritime blockade on Gaza by delivering symbolic humanitarian aid—rice, baby formula, medical supplies—and raising global awareness .
Meaning of the Name
Named after Madleen Culab, Gaza’s first female fisherwoman (2014), the boat honors Palestinian women's resilience .
Crew & Notable Passengers
Twelve activists were onboard, including Swedish climate campaigner Greta Thunberg and French MEP Rima Hassan, both aiming to spotlight Gaza’s humanitarian crisis .
Journey & Incidents at Sea
On 5 June, Madleen rescued 4 Sudanese migrants from a dinghy and transferred them to Frontex .
Early on 8 June, the vessel was surrounded by drones and Israeli naval craft, with passengers reporting a spray of “irritant white substance” .
Interception
The Israeli Navy intercepted the Madleen in international waters on 8–9 June, boarding it with military personnel.
Israel redirected the ship to Ashdod for security processing, detained the 12 activists, and confiscated the small aid stock for distribution via official channels .
Response & Global Reaction
Israel defended the blockade as necessary to prevent weapons smuggling and deemed the flotilla a publicity stunt .
The UN and advocacy groups called the interception a violation of international maritime law, urging continued efforts to challenge the blockade .
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🔍 Quick Summary
Aspect Details
Boat Madleen – renamed to honor Gaza’s pioneering fisherwoman
Objective Deliver symbolic aid & break Gaza's sea-siege
Passengers 12 activists (incl. Greta Thunberg & Rima Hassan)
Major events Rescue of migrants; drone harassing; Israeli naval interception
Outcome Ship boarded in international waters and redirected to Ashdod
Global reaction Protest from UN and rights groups; Israel defends its actions
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