Palestinian rights organisation condemns Israel's interception of Madleen flotilla

Palestinian rights organisation Al-Haq has strongly condemned Israel’s “unlawful interception” of the Madleen in international waters, calling for the “immediate release of all those detained”.

“Israel has no legal authority to restrict access to Palestine, since such is within the exclusive right of the Palestinian people,” the Ramallah-based rights organisation said in a statement.

"As people of conscience seek to demonstrate solidarity with and to provide vital support for the Palestinians of Gaza, third states must urgently ensure both that they are protected from the illegal violence of the Israeli state."

It continued: "Al-Haq urges states & intl orgs to ensure safe passage for the Madleen crew. Detained activists must be released & protected now. Let the #Madleen sail to Gaza." 

— Al-Haq الحق (@alhaq_org) June 9, 2025