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Protest Against Gaza War Prevents Israeli Visitors From Touring Greek Island
SYROS, GREECE, JUL 22 – Pro-Palestinian protesters blocked 1,600 Israeli passengers from disembarking, prompting Mano Maritime to reroute the cruise ship to Cyprus amid rising tensions over the Gaza conflict.
- On Tuesday, a cruise vessel managed by the Israeli firm Mano Maritime, transporting 1,600 travelers, was unable to allow passengers to disembark at the Greek island of Syros because a significant pro-Palestinian demonstration obstructed access to the port.
- Approximately 200 protesters gathered at the port waving flags representing Palestine and urging an end to the conflict in Gaza, which led the ship's crew to cancel the scheduled stop and proceed directly to Cyprus as a safety measure.
- Local police contained the peaceful protest and restricted movement around the port while Israeli security personnel remained aboard the ship throughout the event with no law enforcement onboard.
- Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar contacted Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis, seeking intervention, while the Israeli embassy coordinated with Greek authorities to protect the passengers and expressed concern about tourism impacts.
- The incident delayed disembarkation and raised fears about similar protests at other European ports, suggesting ongoing tensions could affect Israeli travelers during their Mediterranean cruise.
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The ship was forced to turn towards Cyprus after being evicted from the Greek island of Syros.
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