Flotilla activists return to Istanbul after Israel detains them at sea Global Sumud Flotilla activists have arrived in Istanbul after Israel intercepted their Gaza-bound aid convoy at sea.Share this: Flotilla activists recount Israeli violence as they arrive in TurkiyeDateMay 21, 2026In relation toAl-JazeeraAt least 87 Gaza aid flotilla activists abducted by Israel on hunger strikeDateMay 20, 2026In relation toAl-JazeeraUN demands Israel immediately releases flotilla activistsDateMay 6, 2026In relation toAl-Jazeera