On June 1, 2025, the Madleen, a ship organized by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, departed from Catania, Italy, carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza, including essential supplies like baby formula and medical kits. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz vowed to prevent the vessel from reaching Gaza by any means necessary, labeling the mission as a “hate flotilla.” Activists aboard, including Greta Thunberg, expressed concerns about potential communication jamming and the threat posed by previous attacks on another vessel, as the humanitarian crisis in Gaza worsens amid ongoing blockades.
