Returns home from Istanbul

He may be flown to Ankara today, according to Chief Adviser GOB Facebook post

Govt must take steps to get Shahidul Alam freed from Israeli prison

Prisoners subjected to various forms of violence, claims a 'Drik' statement

He urged his 'comrades' to carry on struggle for Palestine’s freedom, while Israeli foreign ministry confirmed intercepting Gaza-bound boats

Earlier in June, there was a similar attempt when a single ship, the Madleen, was seized after a brief, well-documented effort to deliver food, medical kits and water equipment.

Bangladeshi writer-photographer Shahidul Alam sailed with the Conscience Flotilla to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, documenting attacks and solidarity. His voyage galvanized national support, waving Bangladesh's flag while condemning injustice and calling for Palestine’s liberation.

Israel stopped at least 39 Gaza-bound aid boats, sparking international criticism

Flotilla en route to Gaza accuses Israeli warships of intimidation