Westmeath Woman Detained On Flotilla Ship Bound For Gaza

Moate's Louise McCormack. Photo credit: eire_globalsmud

Moate's Louise McCormack is among the Irish citizens being detained by Israeli forces.

A Westmeath woman has been detained on a flotilla ship by Israeli forces carrying aid to Gaza.

Moate's Louise McCormack is among Irish citizens, including President Connolly's sister, Dr Margaret Connolly, that have been detained in international waters near Cyprus.

The Global Aid Smud Flotilla.sayst hat around 52 boats carrying food, baby formula and medical aid to Gaza have been intercepted so far.

Ms McCormack says it's about standing on the right side of history:

President Catherine Connolly says she's concerned for everyone on the Flotilla, especially her sister:

 

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