Spanish & Italian Flotillas: Europe's New Yacht Club Lash-Out

In the grand theater of geopolitics, Spain and Italy decided to captain their own aid ships to join the Gaza flotilla, showcasing Europe's latest hobby: shipping activism. Europe’s newfound pro-Palestinian sentiment apparently comes with mild sea sickness and a dash of political grandstanding. Notable sailors include Spanish and Italian official boats, sailing possibly on rough waters and rougher diplomatic waves. As this hitch in the Mediterranean unfolds, watch as Brussels tries not to spill its ocidental sangria over increased pro-Palestinian cheers. All aboard the political cruise to stirring up the Eastern Med, captained by hopeful EU allies eager to get wetsuits muddy.

Share the Story

(1 of 3)
Swipe to navigate

Source: Aljazeera | Published: 9/25/2025 | Author: Unknown