Incredibly, instead of protecting its citizens attempting to break Israel's illegal blockade, the US is instead warning that the humanitarian mission is going to a 'dangerous and volatile' coast', parroting the words of Israel's UN ambassador who warns of 'dangerous consequences', or, to put it another way - Israel is willing to commit another Mavi Marmara massacre (see pictures of the dead from last year above).
From Voice of America
The United States has warned Americans against participating in an international aid flotilla aimed at breaking Israel's naval blockade of the Gaza Strip.
A new State Department travel warning for Israel, the West Bank and Gaza, issued Wednesday, said U.S. citizens could face arrest, prosecution and deportation by Israel if they join the flotilla.
It said the Gaza coast is "dangerous and volatile" and notes the Israeli navy has stopped previous attempts to enter Gaza by sea, resulting in deaths, injuries and arrests.
Organizers say a U.S.-flagged vessel carrying a group of Americans is among at least nine ships expected to attempt the Mediterranean voyage later this month, despite Israeli warnings.
Israel calls the flotilla a provocation and has stepped up diplomatic efforts to block it. Israel's ambassador to the United Nations, Ron Prosor, warned the international body the planned flotilla is a provocation that could have "dangerous consequences." more
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