Dhaka, Oct. 3 -- After entering the Palestinian time zone, Shahidul Alam, a Bangladeshi member of the global Sumud flotilla, almost all of whose boats have been intercepted by Israel, reaffirmed their determination to reach Gaza despite all obstacles.

In a video message released on Friday, Alam said their boat had entered the Palestinian time zone.

Of the nine boats in the flotilla, which are still not intercepted by Israel, the boat Alam is in is trailing behind but is expected to catch up with the rest and take the lead soon.

"Since we will be in the leading position, our boat may be targeted by Israeli forces," he said. "But we are prepared to take any risk and are committed to breaking through any illegal obstacles to reach Gaza."...