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Attack on Aid Flotilla: Questions and Demands from Mallorca

Was the flotilla interception in international waters lawful?

The legality of the stop is disputed, and questions remain about the authority and orders behind the operation.

Published: May 02, 2026
Attack on Aid Flotilla: Questions and Demands from Mallorca

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Was the interception of the aid flotilla in international waters legal?

That is one of the main disputed issues. Official sources say the operation complied with international law, while critics argue that the legal basis for stopping the boats in international waters has not been made clear. Questions also remain about which authorities gave the orders and what role Greece played after the detention.

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