# Chief Zwelivelile Mandela says the Global Sumud Flotilla faces the threat of violent escalation from Israel within the next 48 hours. Speaking at an emergency media briefing, Mandela warned that credible intelligence suggests attempts may be made to sink boats or harm participants as the flotilla sails to break the blockade on Gaza. He urged governments, international organisations, and civil society to apply pressure to guarantee safe passage:
Zwelivelile Mandela says Gaza flotilla faces violent escalation within 48 hours [SOUND]
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