US criticises allies over failure to stop Gaza aid flotilla

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The United States criticized unnamed allies on Thursday for failing to prevent an Israeli naval seizure of a Gaza-bound aid flotilla earlier in the week. US State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott called the flotilla a "baseless, counterproductive stunt" and urged allies to deny port access and refuelling to vessels involved, stating the mission circumvents established humanitarian assistance mechanisms.

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The United States has criticised its allies for failing to stop a Gaza-bound aid flotilla that was raided and seized by Israeli naval forces earlier this week. US Department of State spokesperson Tommy Pigott on Thursday described the flotilla as a “baseless, counterproductive stunt”.

US criticises allies over failure to stop Gaza aid flotilla

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