Earlier in June, there was a similar attempt when a single ship, the Madleen, was seized after a brief, well-documented effort to deliver food, medical kits and water equipment.
Bangladeshi writer-photographer Shahidul Alam sailed with the Conscience Flotilla to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, documenting attacks and solidarity. His voyage galvanized national support, waving Bangladesh's flag while condemning injustice and calling for Palestine’s liberation.
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