US criticises allies over failure to stop Gaza aid flotilla

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”.

He said Washington expects allies to "take decisive action", including denying port access, docking, departure and refuelling to vessels involved in the mission.

"This flotilla circumvents mechanisms designed to ensure humanitarian assistance is received by civilians," Pigott said in a statement.

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Protesters hold banners outside the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs to protest against the detention of members of the Global Sumud Flotilla, in Athens on 30 April 2026 (Aggelos Nakkas/AFP)
Protesters hold banners outside the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs to protest against the detention of members of the Global Sumud Flotilla, in Athens on 30 April 2026 (Aggelos Nakkas/AFP)

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