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Drone Attack Sinks Gaza Flotilla Ship Off Malta

5/3/2025

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Flotilla Under Attack

A drone attack off Malta's coast targeted the Gaza flotilla ship, Conscience, igniting a fire that led to its sinking. With 30 activists onboard, distress signals were sent out for urgent assistance. The Freedom Flotilla Coalition, fighting against Israel's blockade, is spearheading rescue efforts as Malta's government launches an investigation into this alarming incident.

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Maltese Probe Launched

The Maltese government is probing a possible neutrality breach after an Israeli plane was seen in its airspace prior to a drone strike on the Conscience, a vessel with Gaza activists. While officials assert that no aircraft crossed into Maltese territory, the opposition is calling for heightened vigilance and a focus on national security.

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Flotilla Under Attack

A drone attack off Malta's coast targeted the Gaza flotilla ship, Conscience, igniting a fire that led to its sinking. With 30 activists onboard, distress signals were sent out for urgent assistance. The Freedom Flotilla Coalition, fighting against Israel's blockade, is spearheading rescue efforts as Malta's government launches an investigation into this alarming incident.

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