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Storm Floris Unleashes Chaos Across UK and Ireland

                                                          People were seeking shelter from the storm at Portstewart Storm Floris Grounds Flights and Cuts Power to Thousands Storm Floris has battered parts of the UK and Ireland with winds reaching up to 90mph, causing widespread disruption to transport and power infrastructure. The storm, one of the most severe of the 2024–25 season, has led to hundreds of flight cancellations, blocked roads, and left tens of thousands without electricity. Air Travel Disrupted More than 150 flights were cancelled across northern Scotland and Northern Ireland, with Aberdeen and Belfast City airports among the worst affected. Some flights, including easyJet and KLM services, were forced to turn back mid-air due to dangerous landing conditions. Rail and Road Chaos Scotland’s rail netwo...
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Israeli Navy Intercepts Gaza-Bound Aid Ship 'Handala' in International Waters


Israeli naval forces intercepted the Gaza-bound aid vessel Handala on Saturday night, halting its mission to deliver humanitarian supplies to the besieged enclave. The ship, operated by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, was seized approximately 40 nautical miles off Gaza’s coast in international waters.

The Handala was carrying 21 civilians from 12 countries, including parliamentarians, journalists, lawyers, and human rights activists. Its cargo included essential items such as baby formula, diapers, food, and medicine. Livestream footage showed Israeli soldiers boarding the unarmed vessel, with passengers wearing life jackets and raising their hands in surrender before communications were cut.

Israel’s Foreign Ministry confirmed the interception, stating the vessel was “illegally entering the maritime zone of the coast of Gaza” and is now being escorted to Israeli shores. All passengers are reported safe. The ministry emphasized that unauthorized attempts to breach the blockade are “dangerous, unlawful, and undermine ongoing humanitarian efforts.”

The Freedom Flotilla Coalition condemned the action as a violation of international maritime law and described the seizure as “maritime piracy.” Activists aboard have vowed to begin a hunger strike if detained.

This marks the third such interception of a Freedom Flotilla vessel this year, following similar actions against ships including the Madleen, which carried climate activist Greta Thunberg.


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