A group of 27 Greek citizens who took part in the “Global Sumud Flotilla” in solidarity with Gaza will be repatriated to Athens on a special flight, according to Greece’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
On Wednesday, Israeli naval forces intercepted and took control of the Greek vessel Oxygen, which was part of the Global Sumud Flotilla attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The ship, carrying activists and aid supplies, was stopped at sea before reaching the Palestinian enclave.
The Greek Ambassador to Israel, Maya Solomou, visited the detention center where the group is being held. The ministry confirmed that all are in good health and receiving the necessary support.
Diplomatic sources noted that the Foreign Ministry in Athens and the Greek Embassy in Tel Aviv remain in close contact with Israeli authorities to expedite repatriation procedures.
The ministry announced that, following instructions from Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis, a dedicated flight will operate on Monday, Oct. 6, from Israel’s Eilat-Ramon International Airport to bring the group safely back to Athens the same day.
As reported, the aircraft assigned will be civilian rather than military. The departure time will not be disclosed for security reasons. It also remains uncertain whether nationals of other countries seeking repatriation might be accommodated on the same flight, with Greece potentially assisting in their return.
