New Observations After the Israeli-Gaza Aid Conflict

Nine people were reported dead after Israeli troops suddenly attacked ships filled with many activists and tons of aid that were supposed to cross into the Gaza Strip, a region that has been under a blockade for some time now.  In the aftermath of the unfortunate circumstance, many nations, leaders, and international communities have grown concerned about the unrest, but Israel maintains that "its troops acted in self-defence."  New reports, however, have surfaced stating that a batch of 124 passengers and activists that were on board have been discharged by Israel after the incident and were transported to Jordan where they were welcomed by supporters.  Many more are also to be released in the next couple of days.  The majority of the activists came from Muslim countries, and it's been reported that over 670 people were held along with the six ships.  Among the international concerns raised after the event, "US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton called the situation in Gaza 'unsustainable'."  And the Irish Prime Minister also addressed concerns of safety because there were five Irish citizens and activists on board.  

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/world/middle_east/10210949.stm

Submitted By: Hanna Khan