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July 1, 2009       Share:    

Source: http://www.mfa.gov.il/MFA/Government/Communiques/2009/Cargo_boat_illegal_entry_Gazan_coastal_waters_intercepted_30-Jun-2009.htm

Boat Attempting Illegal Entry into Gaza Intercepted

[Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs] An Israeli Navy force intercepted, boarded, and took control of the cargo boat "Arion" on Tuesday which was illegally attempting to enter the Gaza Strip. The Israeli Navy contacted the boat while at sea, but it disregarded all warnings, entered Gazan coastal waters, and was then diverted to the Israeli port of Ashdod. No shots were fired during the operation. The IDF Spokesperson emphasized that any organization or country that wishes to transfer humanitarian aid to Gaza can legally do so via the established crossings between Israel and Gaza, with prior coordination.

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