News October 1, 2025 at 1:40 pm

Dr. Zaheera Soomar Reports From the Freedom Flotilla as She Supports Gaza

Dr. Zaheera Soomar is out at sea, riding the waves with the Freedom Flotilla and sharing every twist and turn of her journey delivering aid to Gaza. With every obstacle the Palestinian flag isflying high, she’s keeping everyone updated on what’s happening on deck and beyond.

Faced some interference but kept moving

Dr. Zaheera reported that while there were a few vessels trying to mess with their connection and stir things up, no boat had actually been intercepted yet. The team stayed alert, watching the horizon and keeping spirits up. The message was clear: no one will stop her and the journey will continue.

Got closer to Gaza despite engine troubles

a couple of nights ago , things got a bit rocky with engine and alternator issues, pushing their boat to the back of the fleet. But by the next day, they were back in action, inching closer to Gaza—less than two hundred nautical miles away! The team rolled up their sleeves to build an outboard engine at the back of the boat, determined to power through the so-called orange zone and maybe, just maybe, make it all the way to Gaza.

Managed a tough night with determination

After a long, exhausting night, Dr. Zaheera checked in again. Still, no interception—just a few pesky vessels trying to disrupt their journey. The night was tough, and everyone was running on low energy, but the mission to deliver aid and support to Gaza kept them going. Even when words ran out, their determination didn’t.

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