![Turkish citizen Suayb Ordu and German citizen Yasemin Acar, who were aboard the vessel Madleen when it was intercepted by Israeli forces, arrive Berlin after Israel deport international activists from a Gaza-bound aid ship "Madleen" on June 12, 2025 in Germany. [Halil Sağırkaya - Anadolu Agency]](https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/AA-20250612-38260200-38260174-2_ACTIVISTS_DETAINED_ON_GAZA_AID_BOAT_RELEASED_ARRIVE_BERLIN-1-1.jpg)
Two activists detained by Israel after attempting to break the Gaza blockade returned to Berlin on Thursday, strongly criticizing Israeli military actions and pledging to continue their humanitarian mission, Anadolu reports. Turkish citizen Suayb Ordu and German citizen Yasemin Acar arrived at Berlin-Brandenburg Airport (BER) where they were greeted by a crowd of Palestine supporters. Amid emotional scenes and chants supporting Palestine, supporters presented flowers to both activists. Speaking to reporters, Ordu said their experience of risking their lives on board the Gaza-bound boat Madleen was minor compared to the immense suffering of Palestinian civilians in Gaza. “The lives of Gazans are as valuable as all of our lives,” he said, emphasizing their commitment to continue the humanitarian campaign. “Everyone […]
