This is our public announcement regarding the Freedom Watch we have initiated.

Behesti Ismail Songur, President of the Mavi Marmara Association, condemned the blockade against the Freedom Flotilla, describing Israel's attacks in Gaza as genocide and stating, "States providing oil to Israel are complicit in the crime. No matter what, we will set sail from these ports."

🎞️ This film, which we have prepared in both English and Turkish versions and aim to turn into a viral video in both national and international media, will address authorities who have the will to prevent genocide but fail to act, as well as some societies that have lost their conscience and remain silent in the face of genocide.

The Freedom Flotilla Coalition's ships set to sail to lift the blockade have not been granted permission by the Turkish government. Despite meeting all legal requirements and the Turkish government's strong support for Palestine, intense pressure from the US, UK, and other NATO countries is believed to be the reason for the denial. The coalition continues its efforts to challenge Israel's illegal blockade on Gaza and raise awareness about the humanitarian crisis.

Instead of U.S. President Joe Biden marking a red line in the sand demanding that Israel allow aid into Gaza via ground transportation, his inept diplomatic team sent out a plea for help to the U.S. military.

At the Aqsa Heroes Children's Festival held at Istanbul's Şehzadebaşı Mosque, a fun and educational event was organized with the aim of instilling awareness of Palestine among children.