Tag: Italy
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Global Sumud Flotilla to Gaza: Live Updates on the Israeli Interception
Global Sumud Flotilla to Gaza: A Live Update on the Interception and Aftermath The Global Sumud Flotilla, a humanitarian mission comprised of ships carrying demonstrators and aid toward the Gaza Strip, faced a decisive confrontation as Israeli naval forces intercepted the flotilla in international waters, less than 70 miles from Gaza. The operation unfolded amid…
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Global Sumud Flotilla to Gaza: The Latest on the Gaza War and Global Reactions
Overview: Global Sumud Flotilla confronts the Gaza blockade The Global Sumud Flotilla set out with the aim of delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza, but was intercepted by the Israeli navy as it approached the territory. Reports indicate that around 40 of the roughly 47 vessels were halted, with passengers and crew, including Italians, detained and…
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General Strike October 3, 2025: Who Stops and Who Stays Open in Italy
What is happening with the October 3 general strike? A 24-hour general strike has been proclaimed in Italy for October 3, 2025, by the Si-Cobas union. The action runs from 21:00 on October 2 to 20:59 on October 3 and targets both public and private sectors not already involved in other mobilizations or local elections.…
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General Strike Oct 3, 2025: Who Stops, Who Keeps Going
Overview of the October 3 general strike On October 3, 2025, Italy will experience a 24-hour general strike called by the Si-Cobas union, running from 21:00 on October 2 to 20:59 on October 3. The national action targets public and private sectors not already involved in other mobilizations or local elections. Regions Valle d’Aosta, Marche,…
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Italy’s Oct 3 General Strike: Who Stops and Who Keeps Running
What is planned and when The Italian general labor action scheduled for 3 October 2025 is a 24-hour strike proclaimed by the union Si-Cobas. The stoppage runs from 21:00 on 2 October to 20:59 on 3 October. The mobilization targets both public and private sectors not already involved in other demonstrations or local elections, and…
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Gaza latest: Global Sumud flotilla intercepted as protests erupt worldwide
Israel intercepts the Global Sumud Flotilla en route to Gaza In a dramatic development late last night, Israeli forces intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla, a multi-ship convoy attempting to break the blockade on Gaza. The Israeli foreign ministry said the passengers were safe and in good health after being transported to Israel, with plans to…
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Global Sumud Flotilla Interceptions Trigger Global Protests
Overview: Interceptions of the Global Sumud Flotilla Rising tensions around the Global Sumud Flotilla intensified as the Israeli navy intercepted multiple vessels attempting to reach Gaza. Organizers say at least six boats have been stopped, with the alliance livestreaming a developing scene at sea while communications with several ships appeared disrupted. The flotilla’s goal remains…
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Global Sumud Flotilla Intercepted by Israeli Navy Near Gaza
Background: The Global Sumud flotilla The Global Sumud Flotilla, launched from Spain in early September, presents itself as a peaceful, non-violent humanitarian mission. The term sumud means resilience in Arabic, and organizers say the voyage aims to deliver aid to Gaza to help a population facing a severe crisis amid ongoing conflict. As the flotilla…
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Milan Protest After Flotilla Attack by Israel Ends with Cadorna Station Occupation
Milan Takes to the Streets in Solidarity with Palestine On the evening of Wednesday, October 1, thousands gathered in Milan to protest the Israeli forces’ interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla. The demonstration began around 9:30 p.m. in Piazza della Scala, a space that pro-Palestine supporters later renamed “Piazza Gaza.” From there, a crowd of…
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Israeli Interception of Global Sumud Flotilla Sparks Global Protests
What happened with the Global Sumud Flotilla? Overnight, the Israeli navy moved to intercept several vessels belonging to the Global Sumud Flotilla, a humanitarian flotilla that had been sailing toward the Gaza Strip in a bid to break the long-running blockade. The coalition behind the flotilla said six ships had been stopped, though it did…