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Hundreds of activists, including Canadians, embarked on a mission from Turkey to Gaza, aiming to draw attention to the harsh conditions and challenge the blockade. The Israeli Defense Forces intercepted the boats, detaining 319 people, including 11 Canadians. The activists planned a hunger strike if detained, seeking to highlight the decades-long confinement and hardship faced by Palestinians. The interception, occurring in daylight, was met with condemnation from Hamas and Turkey, who labelled it piracy. Israel maintains the blockade, citing the need to prevent Hamas from arming itself.

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