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Global Sumud Flotilla | Overview, FAQ & Live Tracking
What is the Global Sumud Flotilla? Information
The Global Sumud Flotilla is an international solidarity movement that sets sail with the aim of peacefully exposing the naval blockade imposed on Gaza, opening a humanitarian corridor, and delivering aid to the people condemned to hunger. This coordinated flotilla, formed by civilian boats from different countries, seeks to remind the world that the people of Gaza are not alone.
Introduction
1. Initiative and Stakeholders
The Global Sumud Flotilla is an independent and non-violent solidarity movement consisting of civil society organizations, activists, doctors, journalists, and volunteers from more than 40 countries. It is professionally coordinated with logistics, legal, health, and media teams, and financed through donations.
Since October 7, Israel’s blockade on Gaza has systematically condemned the population to hunger and deprivation. Food, medicine, and basic needs have been blocked; millions of Palestinians have been forced into a struggle for survival.
Under these circumstances, the Sumud Flotilla sets out to deliver food, supplies, and humanitarian aid to Gaza.
“Sumud” means perseverance and resistance in Arabic; the flotilla bears this name as a symbol of dignified defiance against oppression.
The flotilla is not just a group of aid-carrying boats; it is also a powerful message to the world: “The people of Gaza are not alone.”
40+ countriesbroad participation
Multiple portsEurope & North Africa
Time & Route
2. Timeline & Itinerary
Departures: August 31–September 1, 2025; incl. Barcelona/Menorca and Italy (Genoa).
Rendezvous: Mediterranean assembly via the Tunisia leg.
Objective: Safe approach to Gaza’s coast and delivery of humanitarian aid.
Dates may vary by port permissions and national procedures.
Strategic Frame
3. Aims — Demands & Mission
Core Aim: Peacefully spotlight the naval blockade, strengthen the international call for humanitarian corridors, and deliver aid directly.
Immediate end to bombardments
Opening of humanitarian corridors
Lifting of the blockade & protection of civilians
International reconstruction program for Gaza
Guarantees for fundamental rights and freedoms
Human Resources
4. Participant Profiles
There is a diverse delegation composed of human rights defenders, parliamentarians, representatives of local and international NGOs, doctors, journalists, and artists.
As Ecir Kapısı Association, we actively participated in this process with our volunteers and members, becoming an integral part of this humanitarian solidarity movement. In addition, we organized stands, press statements, and marches in many cities across the country. Through these efforts, we aimed both to draw public attention to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and to amplify the voice of the Sumud Flotilla to wider audiences.
Istanbul - Bursa - Konya - Diyarbakir – As Ecir Kapısı Association, we hung banners across Turkey with our young volunteers to support the launch of the Global Sumud Flotilla.
Operations
5. Convoy & Maritime Coordination
Boats depart from different ports and proceed in coordination across the Mediterranean. The Tunisia leg is synchronized with European departures; coastal security and communications protocols apply.
Route coordination with VHF/satellite comms
Security briefings & first-aid readiness
Live location/announcements via social channels
Law & Diplomacy
6. Strategic & Legal Aspects
The movement is grounded in non-violence and international humanitarian law. Legal teams and consular contacts prepare for potential interception/detention scenarios.
Jurisdictions and maritime zones differ; diplomatic notifications are critical.
Assessment
7. Outcome & Assessment
The Global Sumud Flotilla is among the broadest civil maritime initiatives since Mavi Marmara—aiming both to deliver aid and to make a powerful moral appeal to the world.
20–50+ vesselsvaries by sources
500+ participantsmulti-national delegation
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear, consistent answers about the Global Sumud Flotilla. This section aligns with the Overview and Live Tracking tabs.
The Global Sumud Flotilla is a coordinated civil flotilla from multiple countries that aims to peacefully and non-violently highlight the demand for humanitarian access to Gaza. It works with logistics, legal, medical and communications teams; funding is largely donation-based.
Formed in 2025, the Global Sumud Flotilla is presented as the largest civil maritime mission towards Gaza to date. Participants span 44 countries and an announced fleet of 50+ vessels. Boats have departed from Spain, Italy, Tunisia and Malaysia, continuing their voyage to deliver humanitarian aid and challenge the naval blockade.
Recent notes mention short weather-related delays for the Barcelona and Malaysia convoys, and that the Tunisia departure is postponed to September 13, 2025. In many countries, including Türkiye, large solidarity rallies have been held.
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Where is the flotilla now?▾
The flotilla’s live position is published via the official Tracker. Our “Live Tracking” tab tries to embed that page; if cross-domain policies block it, users can open it in a new window. Route and speed vary with weather, security, and port/permit processes.
As of the latest notes, the Barcelona and Malaysia convoys faced weather delays; the Tunisia departure is moved to September 13, 2025. The flotilla is proceeding along the Mediterranean; updates appear on the official tracker and social channels.
Sumud (Arabic صمود) means “steadfastness / perseverance / resolve.” The name underlines a determined yet peaceful civil stance.
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When will the flotilla arrive?▾
Providing a precise ETA is not feasible: sea/weather conditions, security, port/permit and diplomatic factors directly affect timing. Follow the official tracker and organizational announcements for real-time plans.
For the 2025 plan, departure from Tunisia is scheduled for September 13, 2025. If conditions allow, a Mediterranean passage may take roughly 7-9 days, implying a tentative approach to Gaza around September 19–22, 2025. These dates are conditional and may change.
Participation varies over time. In Europe, Spain (Barcelona) and Italy (Genoa) stand out as hubs. Tunisia in North Africa and Malaysia in Asia are also active departure points. Activists have joined from France, the UK, Norway, Türkiye, South Africa, Indonesia and more.
Notable figures include Mandla Mandela (South Africa, Nelson Mandela’s grandson), MPs from several countries, human rights defenders and medical workers. Overall participation extends across 44 countries, with 50+ vessels announced.
We, as the Ecir Kapısı Association, are part of the flotilla. See our statement: Participation Statement
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Who is in the Global Sumud Flotilla?▾
Delegations include human rights defenders, healthcare workers, lawyers, journalists, parliamentarians and volunteers—diversity that strengthens security, medical capacity and communications.
Prominent international names
Greta Thunberg — Swedish climate activist.
Liam Cunningham — Irish actor.
Susan Sarandon — American actress & activist.
Adèle Haenel — French film actor & activist.
Mandla Mandela — South Africa, Nelson Mandela’s grandson.
The number of boats/vessels is not fixed; it changes with preparation, port permits, weather and logistics. The most accurate figures are shared via official announcements and the live tracker.
At launch, the target was 50+ vessels, aiming to be the largest civil maritime mission to Gaza.
As of August 2025, convoys from Spain, Italy, Tunisia and Malaysia formed a core flotilla of ~30 vessels (small craft, sailboats, aid vessels and support boats).
The ultimate goal is to reach 50–60 vessels and deliver the largest civil solidarity flotilla to Gaza. Counts are updated as participation grows.
Türkiye contributes both with direct participation and broad public support. Demonstrations, marches and press statements have been organized in various cities; NGOs, volunteers and public figures have taken active roles.
Examples of support
Istanbul/Üsküdar — a large march with tens of thousands of participants.
Parallel statements and rallies in cities incl. Ankara, Bursa, Konya, Diyarbakır.
University groups and volunteers organized solidarity events across multiple cities.
NGOs & figures
IHH, MAZLUMDER, Özgür-Der and several local NGOs expressed support.
Several MPs from Türkiye announced plans to join via Tunisia.
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Who is joining from Türkiye?▾
Participation from Türkiye changes over time; activists, academics, physicians, journalists and NGO reps are among the groups involved. For the most accurate list, follow official announcements and news archives.
Known participants & reps
Davut Daşkıran — Head of the Türkiye delegation.
Dr. Hüseyin Durmaz — Active in the delegation.
Sema Silkin Ün, Necmettin Çalışkan, Mehmet Atmaca, Faruk Dinç — Members of Parliament.
Many NGO reps, physicians, lawyers and volunteers also join from Türkiye. Support is not limited to the voyage; nationwide demonstrations and campaigns accompany it.
