Daily Archives: June 2, 2010

Video: Flotilla Rioters Prepare Rods, Slingshots, Broken Bottles and Metal Objects to Attack IDF Soldiers, 2 June 2010

Posted on June 2, 2010 by Israel Defense Forces

The passengers of the Gaza flotilla are seen here preparing for confrontation with the IDF soldiers. The rioters put on gas masks and arm themselves with rods, slingshots, broken bottles, metal objects, and water hoses. As the IDF soldiers approach … Continue reading →

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Hamas Refuses to Allow Flotilla Aid into Gaza Strip, 2 June 2010

Posted on June 2, 2010 by Israel Defense Forces

As of right now, the State of Israel has loaded 20 trucks with various types of aid found onboard the flotilla. Expired medication, clothing, blankets, some medical equipment and toys were among the aid found on the ships. Unfortunately, the … Continue reading →

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Photos of Bullet Proof Vests, Sawn-Off Rods, Night Vision Goggles and Rifle Scope Found on Mavi Marmara, 2 June 2010

Posted on June 2, 2010 by Israel Defense Forces

The photos above detail the way in which the Mavi Marmara rioters had prepared themselves to ambush IDF forces. With sawn off rods, knives, mace, flaires, and other objects the passengers violently attacked the IDF commandos as they attempted to … Continue reading →

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Photos of Rioters’ Weapons Including Slingshot with “Hizbullah” Written Across Handle, 2 June 2010

Posted on June 2, 2010 by Israel Defense Forces

When IDF forces boarded the Mavi Marmara in order to redirect it towards the Port of Ashdod, they encountered protestors armed with such weapons as knives, slingshots, bags of marbles, metal and wooden clubs, chains, mace, and Molotov cocktails. Above … Continue reading →

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