Italy, Spain Deploy Ships After Gaza Aid Flotilla Attacked

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Above: Pro-Palestinian supporters gather after two vessels of the International aid initiative Global Sumud Flotilla, carrying aid and activists, was hit by a drone in Milan, Italy, on Sept. 12, 2025. Image copyright: Piero Cruciatti/Anadolu/Getty Images

The Spin

Pro-Israel narrative

Italy and Spain recklessly dispatched warships to protect a so-called "humanitarian" flotilla riddled with Hamas operatives and terrorist sympathizers. These governments foolishly legitimize a propaganda spectacle designed not to feed Gaza — where supermarkets operate and aid flows daily — but to demonize Israel while providing cover for designated terrorist organizations masquerading as peace activists.

The Jerusalem Post

Pro-Palestine narrative

Italy and Spain deserve profound respect for transcending empty diplomatic rhetoric with concrete moral action. While governments worldwide issue hollow statements, these nations courageously deploy naval vessels to protect civilian humanitarians facing drone attacks and death threats. Their stand demonstrates that international law matters when ordinary citizens risk their lives confronting genocide.

BERNAMA Guardian