The Challenge of Genoa’s Dockworkers: ‘If They Touch the Flotilla, We Will Block Europe’
Posted: 2nd September 2025
PALESTINE CHRONICLE – August 31, 2025 – The Challenge of Genoa’s Dockworkers: ‘If They Touch the Flotilla, We Will Block Europe’
Genoa’s dockworkers, engaged in collecting and shipping aid for Gaza, vow to block Europe if the Sumud Flotilla faces attacks or intimidation.
The Port of Genoa has turned into a symbol of resistance and international solidarity.
Italian media reported that for weeks, Genoese dockworkers have been collecting aid for the people of Gaza, and on Saturday evening they renewed their clear and determined message: if the Global Sumud Flotilla, which set sail today loaded with food supplies, were to find itself in danger, an unprecedented response will follow.
“If we lose contact with our boats even for just 20 minutes, we will block all of Europe. From the Port of Genoa nothing will leave anymore,” declared representatives of the Autonomous Collective of Dockworkers (Calp). …