Yeah, now the Zionist MSM can say they covered it!
And the reason the Israelis backed of is because THE WORLD is WATCHING, not because of the "newspapers!"
GOOD JOB, bloggers!!!!
"Israel warns activists sailing to Gaza Strip; Group demands end to blockade" by Josef Federman, Associated Press | August 23, 2008
JERUSALEM - Israel yesterday issued a tough threat against activists sailing toward the Gaza Strip with a delivery of humanitarian supplies, calling the mission an unacceptable provocation and saying all options were under consideration.
The two boats carrying members of a US-based activist group set sail from Cyprus early yesterday in a bid to break Israel's 14-month blockade of Gaza. The activists hope to reach Gaza's shores today.
Israeli Foreign Ministry spokesman Aviv Shiron said Israel was closely following the boats. "We will make sure that this provocation is not taking place," he said. He declined to reveal whether military action was planned, saying only that "all the options are being considered." A military spokeswoman refused to comment.
A provocation? How, NaZionist?
It is a NON-VIOLENT PEACE GROUP with HUMANITARIAN GOODS!!!!!!
Members of the Free Gaza protest group could not immediately be reached for comment, but earlier, organizer Paul Larudee said the group expects Israeli authorities to intercept the boats and arrest those aboard. He said it was "highly unlikely" the Israeli navy would fire on them.
The 70-foot Free Gaza and 60-foot Liberty left the southern port of Larnaca about 10 a.m. yesterday for the estimated 30-hour trip. They plan to deliver 200 hearing aids to a Palestinian charity for children and hand out 5,000 balloons.
The group said about 46 activists from 14 countries - including an 81-year-old Catholic nun - were participating. They hope other rights groups will follow their example.
"I've been nervous, but today I'm excited," said activist Lauren Booth, 41, sister-in-law of former British Prime Minister Tony Blair. "It's not about our fear, it's about the people waiting in Gaza. You can't think about anything else."
Yes, yes, they are SUCH GREAT PEOPLE! May ALLAH BLESS THEM!!!!!!
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Update:
"Israel: Boats manned by activists to enter Gaza
JERUSALEM (AP) — An Israeli official says the two boats carrying pro-Palestinian activists will be allowed to reach the Gaza Strip.
Foreign Ministry spokesman Aviv Shiron said Israel would allow the vessels to reach Gaza. He gave no explanation for the change in heart.
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We KNOW WHY they "changed heart," folks!
Because WE are WATCHING!
