In a press release, IU affirmed that the aggression was executed “with great premeditation, elaboration, and precision”, in what “can undoubtedly be described as a new international crime and an act of piracy that flagrantly violates International Humanitarian Law.”

The political coalition explained that the new Freedom Flotilla mission was ready to set sail for Gaza to take humanitarian aid to the Palestinian population, which this time had been prepared confidentially to avoid pressure and prior actions by Israel.

While calling for the international community’s rejection, the party, associated with the Spanish Government, indicated that the mission was attacked with two drones 14 nautical miles from Malta at 00:23 hours (local time) on Friday.

It underscored that the drones were directed at the ‘Conscience’ ship’s bow. It was to set sail from Malta a few hours later with about 30 peace activists from different countries.

The blasts destroyed the power grid, made a breach in the hull and started a fire that was eventually put out, putting the ship was at risk of sinking.

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