Since the attacks on October 7, the occupying Israeli forces have continued their massacres without pause. At the same time, they are depriving the people of Gaza of essential necessities in an attempt to crush their hope and force them into exile. 
Following the ceasefire announcement, there were claims that humanitarian aid would be allowed into Gaza and that life would become somewhat easier. However, with the resumption of attacks, the clauses of the agreement allowing the entry and exit of commercial trucks have also been suspended. 
Under these circumstances, the people of Gaza are once again left in desperate need of basic life necessities — with flour being one of the most urgent. 
As Mavi Marmara Association, we continue our flour aid efforts to support the people of Gaza, within the framework of our expanded humanitarian relief operations following the October 7 attacks. 
You too can reach out a helping hand to our brothers and sisters in need by supporting our flour campaign.

After the Mavi Marmara attack in 2010, we established the Mavi Marmara Association to be the voice of the oppressed, particularly in Palestine, to defend human rights, and to deliver emergency humanitarian aid to crisis zones. This Ramadan, our association continues its work without slowing down.
At the core of our association’s goals is to be the voice of Gaza, which is struggling to survive under the shadow of attacks, and to deliver emergency humanitarian aid. We act with the vision of contributing to the defense of justice, human rights, and freedoms worldwide.
As the Mavi Marmara Association, we continue our humanitarian aid projects, educational activities, income generation initiatives, and efforts to rebuild Gaza with the dream of a world where justice is established, people have access to their fundamental rights, and oppression ends.
With this awareness, as we do every Ramadan, we continue to extend our hands to those in need. We deliver food, iftar, zakat, holiday gifts, and charity distributions to people in need in Palestine, as well as in Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan, Syria, Africa, Afghanistan, and Yemen. The support we provide, with your help, brings some joy to our brothers and sisters struggling to live under harsh conditions in these regions.
This year, with the slogan "Let the Blessing of Ramadan Be Life to Brotherhood," in just 20 days, we have delivered zakat, fitra, fidya, holiday gifts, charity, iftar, and food aid to over 50,000 people in 9 different regions, and we continue to do so.

Since the beginning of the attacks, we have been working to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza as quickly as possible through our warehouse in Egypt. As the Rafah Border Crossing remained closed for extended periods, we expanded our efforts by renting a warehouse in Jordan to ensure a faster response. 
With the ceasefire in place and the reopening of the Rafah Crossing, aid deliveries to Gaza have accelerated. While our operations in Jordan continue, we have resumed sending aid through our warehouse in Egypt. 
The first aid shipment sent after the ceasefire included 22 tons of flour and 1,000 hygiene kits, which have been dispatched for distribution in Gaza. 
Additionally, three representatives from the Mavi Marmara Association were present in Egypt to oversee aid projects and hold discussions with officials.

As Mavi Marmara Association, we swiftly activated our warehouse in Egypt after the October 7 attacks to ensure the rapid delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza. Our primary goal was to provide sufficient food supplies to Gaza and prevent a hunger crisis among Palestinians. However, after the closure of the Rafah Border Crossing and the accumulation of aid in the region, we expanded our efforts by establishing a warehouse in Jordan, continuing to send aid to Gaza via Jordan. 
With the recent ceasefire, the acceleration of border crossings through Rafah has refocused our relief efforts in Egypt. To strengthen our projects in the region, our teams on the ground visited the Egyptian Food Bank, which has been working tirelessly to address Gaza’s urgent food needs. 
During the visit, discussions were held regarding food aid and humanitarian projects aimed at delivering supplies to Gaza through Egypt. We believe that this meaningful cooperation will help us reach those in need in Gaza more quickly and effectively.

As part of our ongoing humanitarian efforts in Syria, we have previously carried out bread distribution, food packages, and hygiene kit deliveries across various regions. In our latest aid initiative, we focused on two critical areas: 
-Coal distribution in Serakib
- Zakat distribution for Palestinians in Yarmouk Camp, Damascus
Through our coal distribution efforts, we provided 250 families with much-needed coal to help them endure harsh conditions. Additionally, 50 families in Yarmouk Camp, home to displaced Palestinians, received zakat to support their essential needs. 
These efforts were made possible through your continued support. On behalf of the Free Syrian people, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your solidarity and generosity.

Following the unprecedented Israeli attacks in Gaza after October 7,  more than 100,000 buildings were destroyed, and over 50,000 people lost their lives. In addition to homes, businesses, and residential areas being severely damaged, humanitarian aid efforts were deliberately targeted to disrupt relief operations. 
During these attacks, our mosque and Quran memorization school in Gaza were destroyed, along with the Mavi Marmara Association’s Gaza office, which was completely leveled. 
With the announcement of a ceasefire, we have reopened our Gaza office to accelerate humanitarian efforts in the region. Our primary goal is to stand by the people of Gaza against Zionist oppression and to ensure the continued delivery of critical humanitarian aid to those in need. 
Now, with an even stronger voice: Mavi Marmara Continues Its Mission!

Following the attacks that began in Gaza on October 7, the humanitarian needs in the region have reached critical levels. At this stage, the role of neighboring countries in delivering aid to Gaza has become increasingly significant. 
Due to its geographical proximity and control over the Rafah Border Crossing, Egypt plays a key role in facilitating humanitarian aid to Gaza. As Mavi Marmara Association, we have been actively involved in delivering humanitarian assistance from our warehouse in Egypt to Gaza since the beginning of the attacks. Today, an important meeting was held regarding the continuation and future planning of these aid efforts. 
In Cairo, we met with the Palestinian Consul General in Egypt to enhance our humanitarian aid activities for Palestine. During the meeting, we discussed: 
- The evacuation of injured individuals from Gaza following the ceasefire and their medical treatment in Egypt. 
- Support projects for Palestinian orphans and families currently in Egypt. 
- Collaboration opportunities to ensure the sustainability and expansion of humanitarian aid efforts. 
We extend our gratitude to the Palestinian Consul General in Egypt, Dr. Nedaa Al Berghouthi, for their hospitality and support during this crucial meeting.

77 years have passed since 1948, when the terrorist organization Israel was officially disguised and transformed into a terrorist state. For 77 years, Israel has pursued a policy of bloodshed, tears, and gunpowder in Palestinian territories, committing the greatest genocide of the last century in these lands. Since 2006, Israel has imposed an illegal blockade on Gaza, and for nearly 20 years, it has continued this unlawful siege.
The date of October 7, which reversed the 77-year-old oppression, represents the most justified anger of the Palestinians seeking their rights. A people whose lands have been taken, whose rights have been violated, who have been exiled, harassed, and assaulted have, since October 7, been systematically massacred in an unprecedented manner. The terrorist state of Israel, backed primarily by America and then by the Western world, has sought to cover up the genocide it has committed in this region by hiding behind the false claim of antisemitism. For the past 16 months, Israel has blocked the passage of medicine, humanitarian aid, and food into Gaza while simultaneously massacring children, women, and civilians, exposing its savagery to the world. 
As Mavi Marmara Association, a component of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, we have reunited in 2024 with over 50,000 volunteers from 52 countries to reaffirm our support for Gaza’s rightful struggle, which we first demonstrated in 2010. The sole aim and purpose of these conscientious people are to break the blockade imposed on Gaza, ensure the arrival of humanitarian aid and human rights observers, and put an end to this oppression.
The first goal of the ships departing from different parts of the world was to visit European ports to raise awareness about Gaza. The Conscience Ship, which has completed all its official documents and certifications, requested departure clearance from Haydarpaşa Port 187 days ago. Despite the fact that issuing this document is a process that technically takes only 15 minutes, it has not been granted for 187 days due to its mission of raising awareness about Gaza.
Human rights, modern law, and maritime law have been disregarded, and the world’s conscience has been silenced under the pretext of commercial and political relations. To expose this unlawful obstruction to the public, we launched the Freedom Vigil in front of Haydarpaşa Port exactly 150 days ago. Now, we have decided to extend this vigil to all ports worldwide. We will be on alert in every port against all commercial ships that fuel Zionism and genocide via sea routes. Although the recently declared ceasefire in Gaza has given us hope, the illegal blockade remains an unresolved issue.
The Freedom Vigil, which began 150 days ago, has continued to this day with the support of conscientious people from different communities, groups, languages, and ethnicities. Despite harsh winter conditions, these people have remained steadfast for 150 days, raising the loudest voice against the terrorist state of Israel at a time when global politics has failed to go beyond populist rhetoric and impose meaningful sanctions.
During this genocide process, the fact that many commercial goods from the terrorist state of Israel have continued to pass through Turkish ports, and that oil shipments still proceed through these ports, is a political disgrace that disturbs all conscientious people. While commercial ships continue to move from Turkish ports to the occupied Palestinian territories, the Conscience Ship—representing the voice of the world’s conscience—has been kept waiting for an extended period.
Following diplomatic meetings with government officials, we received assurances that the pressure and unlawful actions against the Conscience Ship would end once the Freedom Vigil at Haydarpaşa Port concluded. Based on this promise from government officials, the Conscience Ship will reapply for its departure clearance in the coming days and follow all necessary procedures. From then on, it will set its course toward European ports to join its fellow coalition ships and continue its awareness efforts for Palestine.
The Freedom Vigil, Turkey’s longest-running protest, is the united voice of all humanity against genocide. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Freedom Vigil participants and the noble people who have unwaveringly supported this cause with patience and perseverance.
Until oppression is eradicated from the earth, Mavi Marmara will continue on its path!

In Gaza, the group most deeply affected by the 15-month-long Israeli attacks has undoubtedly been the children. Thousands of children lost their lives during this time, while nearly 40,000 were left orphaned. The greatest impact of this process on children, however, has been psychological.
The constant bombings left deep scars in their minds. After the sounds of airplanes, the sight of martyrs' funerals, and the rubble, the ceasefire has now brought a time for healing.
As the Mavi Marmara Association, we launched the project "With You, Hope Rises Again in Gaza," aiming to address many of Gaza’s needs, from its education and healthcare systems to housing and infrastructure. We began these efforts with the children, who are the guarantees of our future.
A few months ago, under the shadow of the attacks, we organized a children's festival to try to bring smiles to their saddened faces. With your support, we have now held our second children’s festival, this time sharing the joy of the ceasefire with the children.
At this event, dozens of children had the opportunity to play, dance, and enjoy various treats to their hearts’ content. This activity was crucial in helping the children of Gaza emerge from this challenging period with as little impact as possible.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our donors who contributed to making our second children’s festival a reality.

We continue our efforts without interruption to heal the wounds of the people of Gaza and rekindle their hopes for the future following the ceasefire. As part of these efforts, we participated in the Gaza: Beat of the Heart conference held in Jordan, attended by numerous international civil society organizations and political leaders.
The conference focused on strengthening healthcare efforts and rebuilding the health system in Gaza. Current needs in the region were discussed, and comprehensive consultations were held on how to develop sustainable and effective collaborations. Significant decisions were made to take concrete steps towards increasing international solidarity and making Gaza's healthcare infrastructure more resilient.
These efforts aim not only to support the people of Gaza today but also to contribute to their ability to look to the future with hope. We will continue to enhance our international collaborations to build a sustainable future and a life worthy of human dignity.

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is taking its heaviest toll on civilians. We are steadfast in delivering aid to those most affected by this crisis. Previously, we dispatched 70 tons of food aid from our warehouse in Jordan to Gaza. Now, we take pride in expanding these humanitarian efforts by sending a new aid convoy to Gaza, including 3,600 food parcels, 120 tents, and 2,200 blankets. 
This aid was meticulously prepared to alleviate the severe humanitarian conditions in the region. Thousands of people in Gaza face significant challenges in accessing basic necessities due to prolonged conflict, blockade, and economic hardships. The onset of winter has further intensified the urgency of securing essential items such as shelter, heating, and food. 
The dispatched aid is designed and organized to ease the daily struggles of those in need in Gaza: 
- 3,600 Food Parcels: Each parcel contains essential food supplies to sustain families for several weeks. 
- 120 Tents: The tents aim to provide temporary shelter for families who have lost their homes or are facing severe housing issues, offering warmth and safety during cold winter days. 
- 2,200 Blankets: As one of the most critical winter needs, these blankets will help individuals of all ages, from children to the elderly, stay warm. 
This aid operation was carefully coordinated through regional cooperation and consultations with official Jordanian institutions. The materials were sourced from Jordan, taking into account the conditions in the region, and have now been dispatched for distribution in Gaza. 
Our aid efforts will continue for the oppressed and vulnerable people of Gaza, who are suffering under Israel's acts of genocide. Our aim is to extend a helping hand to many more victims in the coming days and help heal their wounds.

The Conscience Ship was scheduled to set sail exactly 145 days ago to raise awareness about Gaza and promote peace in the Mediterranean. Initially, it planned to visit European ports to conduct awareness campaigns and later join the Freedom Flotilla on its journey to Gaza.
However, unfortunately, while ships from 12 different countries forming the Freedom Flotilla were ready to depart without any difficulties, the Conscience Ship, one of the Freedom Flotilla's representatives from Turkey, was denied permission to leave the ports.
During this period of denial, there was a lack of communication regarding the issue. Petitions submitted to inquire about the reasons for the refusal were left unprocessed. Finally, a ban was placed on the official representative of the Conscience Ship, who is also the President of the Mavi Marmara Association, Beheşti İsmail Songür, from entering the ports. This led to a chained protest in front of Gate C of Haydarpaşa Port on the 45th day of the ship being denied permission.
Despite the protest continuing day and night for 90 days, there was no progress regarding the Conscience Ship's departure. To draw attention to this Freedom Vigil and to ensure the Conscience Ship could set sail for freedom, the "Grand Gaza March" was held on December 1, 2024.
Thousands of men, women, children, and the elderly braved the cold weather to participate in the march, calling on authorities to grant the Conscience Ship its freedom.
The march began at Üsküdar Square and concluded at the Freedom Vigil area in front of Gate C of Haydarpaşa Port, ending with prayers for Gaza's liberation from oppressors.