While docked at the port of Sidi Bou Said, Tunis, the Family vessel, part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, was reportedly struck by a drone. The incident was captured by Seen TV journalist Yusuf Omar, who was aboard the vessel at the time. Omar shared the alarming events in real-time via Instagram Live, stating that a drone approached the boat, dropped an explosive device, and ignited a fire onboard.
The Family vessel is the lead boat in the Global Sumud Flotilla, a humanitarian mission aimed at breaking Israel’s blockade of the Gaza Strip. Notable figures aboard the vessel included activist Greta Thunberg, Novara Media journalist Kieran Andrieu, and key organizers of the Flotilla missions. The vessel had recently docked in Tunis, and while the explosion caused a fire, no injuries have been reported as of yet.
The attack on the Family vessel marks a dramatic escalation of tensions surrounding the Flotilla’s efforts, which have been focused on delivering aid to Gaza amidst ongoing political turmoil. Authorities are investigating the incident, but the motive behind the drone strike remains unclear. The situation continues to unfold, with many closely watching the aftermath and any potential ramifications for future Flotilla missions.
