2023-2024 Freedom Flotilla Ports
The Freedom 
Flotilla’s Handala sailed for three months in 2024. Departing from Oslo, Norway on May the 1st, the ship travelled through Europe visiting ports in Sweden, Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands, Ireland, France, Spain, Italy and ultimately Malta. We organized educational and solidarity events in every port together with local communities to inform about the situation in Palestine and Gaza and the illegal blockade that the Freedom Flotilla Coalition is challenging. The Handala sailed under the banner, For the Children of Gaza emphaizing the horrific and unjust suffering of the innocent children who are victim of the blockade, apartheid, and genocide.
Below, a number of posts about Handalas port visits in 2024 can be found.
2023-2024 Port Events
The Freedom Flotilla is setting sail again
THE FREEDOM FLOTILLA IS SETTING SAIL AGAIN Handala will sail to break the blockade—for the children of Gaza Siracusa, Italy — On July 13, 2025
Handala Press Conference in Malta
MEDIA ADVISORY, Monday August 12, 2024 WHEN: Wednesday August 14, 2024. from 10:00 local time (CEST) WHERE: Next to Handala, dockside near Valleta, Malta (for
Handala in Martigues France
We left Denia, Spain with full hearts and a renewed determination to share the message of the Freedom Flotilla with our brothers and sisters in
Handala arrives in Denia, Spain
We had a smooth crossing from Malaga. When approaching Denia, we were surprisingly welcomed by two kayak rowing teams of female survivors of breast cancer
Handala in Vélez, Malaga
We had a delightful crossing from Lisbon, to the Atlantic through the Strait of Gibraltar. When approaching Vélez in Malaga a local fishing boat followed
The Freedom Flotilla arrives in Denia denouncing the Gaza genocide
The Freedom Flotilla with its ship Handala arrives this Sunday July 14 in the port of Dénia (Alicante) in its journey towards Gaza to denounce
Handala Heads to Caleta de Vélez, Málaga
With the determination that comes from being on the right side of justice and humanity, the Freedom Flotilla with its ship Handala continues its tireless
Handala Visits Lisbon Portugal
Lisbon, Portugal Our flotilla had a peaceful cruise to Lisbon. Along the way, a sunset thrilled members of the Flotilla who were on the boat.
Handala Heads to Portugal
Press release: Aos órgãos de Comunicação Social Lisboa recebe entre 3 e 6 de Julho, o Handala – embarcação pertencente à Flotilha da Liberdade. Com
A Coruña Welcomes Handala
We left Santander accompanied by a small boat from the local community that followed us to the entrance to the open sea. We sailed calmly
Handala Plans for A Coruña
La Flotilla de la Libertad llega a A Coruña con el barco Handala El 27 de junio el Handala arriba al puerto de A Coruña
Handala Visits Santander, Spain
We left La Rochelle on Friday, June 21st, at 3:00. The weather was calm, though that didn’t last. Overnight things got rather “roughy”, as Capt.
Spanish Stops – Santander
Nota de prensa Plataforma Cántabra de apoyo a la Flotilla de la Libertad Martes 18 de junio, 2024. CANTABRIA RECIBE AL HANDALA, EL BARCO QUE
Handala Visits La Rochelle, France
On our way to La Rochelle, we were followed by the French Navy. After a while, they established a communication with Handala where they asked
Handala Sails to Brest France
We said our last goodbyes to the town of Cobh, one of the ports of Cork, Ireland and followed the River Lee. Our course took
Handala Heads for Brest, France
Cliquez ici pour lire en français ‘Handala’ about to Land in Brest, France: Warm Welcome and Exciting Events Await We are thrilled to announce
Handala Engages Is Welcomed by Palestine Solidarity Groups in Cobh, Ireland
After participating in several events in Rotterdam, the crew took a few days to carry out various maintenance on the boat. There was a very
Freedom Flotilla boat Handala visits Cobh on its way to Gaza
A boat named Handala [1], part of the Freedom Flotilla sailing to Gaza, is due to arrive in Cork Harbour this weekend, where it will
Handala Coming to Cobh – Ireland
Press release issued by Cork Branch of Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign For immediate release Friday 7th June 2024 Freedom Flotilla boat Handala to visit Cobh
Rotterdam, Holland
Local group – Rotterdam Palestina Coalitie After prolonged negotiations with the Dutch Port Authority, ‘Handala’ is finally docked in Rotterdam! The Freedom Flotilla Coalition had
Handala Plans in Rotterdam
Join Handala in Rotterdam during these events
{:en}London commemorates the 14th anniversary of the attack on the first Freedom Flotilla{:}{:ar}لندن تحيي الذكرى الرابعة عشرة للهجوم على أسطول الحرية الأول{:}
{:en}{:en}https://www.youtube.com/live/yPBQYG9ptww Despite the dedicated efforts of the
Thank you Newcastle – Handala Crew is Welcomed
Report from Newcastle friends: Despite technical issues with the boat, we’ve tried to keep our message of solidarity and support for the children of Gaza.
Newcastle Events
🚨 Attention Newcastle, May 19-21! Unfortunately, we’ve received a bad news that due to technical problems with the boat, it couldn’t continue sailing to Newcastle.
Handala Joins Eurovision Protests in Malmö Sweden
The Freedom Flotilla Coalition’s (FFC) ship Handala arrived at the port of Malmö, Sweden on Wednesday, May 8. Malmö is one of thirty stops on
{:en}Bremerhaven Germany Welcomes Handala{:}{:de}Handala in Bremerhaven{:}
{:en}{:en}{:en}{:en}{:en} Bremerhaven Welcomes Handala as Part of the Freedom Flotilla Initiative On Monday 13.05 the Handala was greeted by local support group including Palestine Community
Handala In Göteborg
Handala arrived at 15:00 04/05 at the docks by the opera house in Gothenburg and was welcomed by a large demonstration that had marched through
Handala Arrives In Lysekil
Handala arrived in Lysekil just after 16:00 with the Palestinian flags waving in the wind. A hundred people received the boat with music, food and
Handala Stops in Sweden May 3-8, 2024
Join Handala during its Swedish Stops 1.Lysekil: The port of Lysekil will be Handala‘s first stop in Sweden. The boat is arriving on May 3
Freedom Flotilla Attempts to Set Sail from Istanbul
The Freedom Flotilla Coalition was ready to set sail on April 26, 2024 when Guinea Bissau withdrew its flag from two of the flotilla ships.
Handala in Hamburg Germany July 31 – August 4
Handala with its international crew arrived in Hamburg harbour the afternoon of Monday July 31st. The welcome party on Tuesday, August 1st was held under
Rotterdam Netherlands – July 25-29
Tuesday morning, July 25, Palestine activists and members of the Dutch Palestinian community received the Gaza Freedom Flotilla boat Handala in the Rotterdam harbor. They
Southampton England – Handala Visits July 21-24
Handala arrived in Southampton on July 22 in the wee hours following about 48 hours at sea where for the most part we encountered sunny
Handala in Bristol July 10-19
Handala arrived in Bristol on Monday 10 July making its way up the River Avon and under the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge. Supporters with flags
Cardiff / Caerdydd, Wales Welcomes Gaza Freedom Flotilla, July 7-10
A big thank you to Cardiff PSC for greeting Handala so warmly and for organizing the numerous meaningful events! Again, it was a delight to
Waterford Ireland – Freedom Flotilla Events July 5, 2023
Despite a change of plans where Handala was not able to stop in Waterford, local Palestinian solidarity friends organized wonderful events. City council member John
Liverpool, England – Handala Arrived July 2
After sailing for a day and a half from Scotland, including in turbulent waves in the Irish Sea, the Freedom Flotilla vessel Handala, sailing against
Glasgow, Scotland: Freedom Flotilla Coalition at Yorkhill Quay
Freedom Flotilla Coalition with supporters in and around Yorkhill Quay, Glasgow.
Scotland – Caledonian Canal Experience June 2023
Handala had a productive trip along the Caledonial Canal in Scotland’s highlands. Members of Highland Palestine came and saw Handala and three crew members spent
{:en}Scotland – Caledonian Canal: Handala Delayed by Broken Bridge – Freedom Flotilla Undeterred in Our Mission{:}{:ar}بيان تحالف أسطول الحرية حول قارب كسر الحصار “حنظلة”{:}
{:en} After crossing Loch Ness and reaching partway through the Caledonian Canal, the Freedom Flotilla boat Handala was delayed in the Laggan Locks area due
Boat naming: Handala
Media Advisory April 17, 2023 Freedom Flotilla: ‘Handala’ Boat Naming and Launch – Tuesday 18/5/23, 17h00 CEST Bryggen Harbour, Bergen, Norway Freedom Flotilla