A cruise ship carrying around 1,600 Israeli tourists was prevented from allowing its passengers to disembark on the Greek island of Syros after being met by a large pro-Palestinian protest.
Demonstrators, waving Palestinian flags and holding banners, blocked the port in opposition to Israel's military actions in Gaza. Greek authorities, citing safety concerns, kept the Israeli tourists on board and the ship was forced to reroute to Cyprus. The incident prompted diplomatic discussions between Israeli and Greek officials, with Israel urging Greece to address the situation.
The event highlights how the Gaza conflict is affecting Israelis abroad, with rising protests and disruptions to travel.
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