“War Criminals NOT Welcome!” Israeli Cruise Ship Faces Protests in Greece

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An Israeli cruise ship docks in Greece — and protesters erupt outside the port. “War criminals NOT welcome,” they chant. Why did the Crown Iris trigger such a fierce Gaza-related protest in Piraeus? What You Need to Know Israeli cruise ship Crown Iris arrived at the Port of Piraeus near Athens, Greece, triggering a pro-Palestinian demonstration. Protesters carried Palestinian flags and banners including “War criminals not welcome” and “Sanctions and boycott.” Demonstrators claimed that Israeli soldiers or former IDF personnel were among passengers aboard the ship. These are protesters’ claims and are not independently established by the footage provided. Protesters accused Israel of atrocities in Gaza and said the arrival of the ship was a provocation during the ongoing war. Demonstrators said they wanted to prevent passengers from disembarking, while Greek anti-riot police moved to block access to the port. The Crown Iris, operated by Israeli cruise company Mano Maritime, has previo

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