""The law is clear: any attack on the Global Sumud Flotilla or its civilians is a clear and blatant violation of international law," the lawmakers wrote in a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio. "The United States has an obligation to protect its citizens from foreign attack." The Global Sumud Flotilla, which set sail in August, is made up of dozens of civilian boats carrying volunteers from more than 40 countries, including the United States."
""The flotilla has already been attacked at least three times, "causing explosions, fire, and severe damage," the lawmakers wrote, adding that U.S. Ambassador and Special Envoy Tom Barrack attributed two of the attacks to Israel. In addition to protecting the flotilla, the legislators demanded that the Trump administration "address the issue at root of this voyage: the brutal Israeli blockade and genocide of the Palestinians in Gaza.""
Nearly 20 Democratic lawmakers led by Rep. Rashida Tlaib called on the Trump administration and Secretary of State Marco Rubio to guarantee safe passage for the Global Sumud Flotilla delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza. The flotilla set sail in August and comprises dozens of civilian boats with volunteers from over 40 countries, including the United States. The convoy has been attacked at least three times, causing explosions, fire, and severe damage, and U.S. Ambassador Tom Barrack attributed two attacks to Israel. Legislators demanded action addressing the Israeli blockade and allegations of genocide and famine in Gaza that have produced widespread civilian deaths.
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