The deadly incident occurred near one of the controversial aid distribution sites.

The remaining eight activists continue to be held by Israeli authorities.

International human rights organisations condemned Israel’s forceful detention of the Madleen passengers.

The Gaza Freedom Flotilla demanded that Israel immediately release the activists along with the seized aid cargo.

The initiative is organised by the Coordinating Committee for Joint Action for Palestine in Tunisia.

Mohammed Sinwar was the younger brother of Yahya Sinwar.

The Palestinian Mujahideen Movement also denounced the Israeli raid as “barbaric,” calling it a blatant act of international piracy.

The Madleen was just 160 kilometers from Gaza on late Sunday when four Israeli naval vessels surrounded it.

Despite overwhelming support, the resolution was blocked by the United States.

These humanitarian activists knowingly risk their lives to bring relief to the starving and besieged people of Gaza.

The Madleen is expected to take up to seven days to reach Gaza.

McCorry draped himself in a Palestinian flag and repeated the chant "Free Palestine!"

According to an FBI special agent, Soliman allegedly shouted "Free Palestine" during the attack.

As Palestinians gathered to collect the aid, the Israeli army opened fire and killed 20 innocent civilians.

Akyuz had recently secured gold at the European Kung Fu Championship 2024.