“Human Flood”: Maghreb Solidarity Convoy Sweeps Through Tunisia Toward Gaza
Massive public support accompanies the Maghreb Unity Convoy across Tunisia en route to Gaza, marking a historic act of solidarity against the Israeli siege.
Watan-A “human flood” accompanied the Maghreb Solidarity Convoy as it traveled through Tunisian cities—from the capital in the north, through the coast and into the southeastern region—before entering Libyan territory this morning. The breathtaking scenes prompted some to say the convoy helped unite the Maghreb peoples in solidarity with Palestine against the ongoing Israeli occupation, starvation, and massacres.
The Coordination for Joint Action for Palestine announced the convoy’s launch on Monday, describing it as a mission to break the siege on Gaza. Various parties in Tunisia also called on Libyan and Egyptian authorities to facilitate the convoy’s passage through to Rafah and eventually into Gaza.
The organizing body declared the first phase of the journey—spanning 24 hours across Tunisia—complete, with the second phase beginning in Libya.
Convoy of Steadfastness Enters Libya Amid Emotional Mass Support
Wael Nawar, spokesperson for the convoy, posted a video documenting its entry into Libya via the Ras Ajdir crossing, stating the first stop would be the “Joud Daim” camp in the city of Zawiya.
Several videos showed the overwhelming welcome the convoy received from thousands of Tunisians. Some citizens even accompanied the convoy throughout its route across Tunisia. One organizer remarked, “We were met by a human flood—proof of the immense love Tunisians hold for Palestinians, rooted in a shared history of blood and struggle spanning decades.”
Soon, the hashtag #قافلة_الصمود (Convoy of Steadfastness) trended across social media platforms like Facebook and X, with slogans such as “Onward to Gaza: Millions of People,” “Break the Siege,” “Victory to Gaza,” and “Gaza, Land of Honor.”
Political activist Wissem Sghir, a participant in the convoy, told Al-Quds Al-Arabi:“We just crossed the Ras Ajdir border and are preparing to continue the journey through various Libyan cities. The emotional scenes from day one were overwhelming. From Tunis to Sousse, Sfax, Gabes, Medenine, and Ben Guerdane, we were met by crowds crying, praying, and offering aid of all kinds by the roadside.”
Sghir added:“‘Madeleine’ exposed the occupation. Before this convoy, the world was different. After it—nothing will be the same.”
He continued:“This sentiment overshadowed all political analysis. We witnessed tears of joy, overwhelming emotion, and intense social media engagement. Videos and images of the convoy were followed by millions across Tunisia, Algeria, and Libya. Global media coverage also surged. This shows that the convoy broke through media blackout and the silence of many Western and Arab regimes.”
Maghreb Convoy Defies Blockade, Ignites Regional Unity for Gaza
The convoy coincided with Israel’s seizure of the Freedom Flotilla ship “Madeleine”, and the arrest and deportation of all its activists. Some warned the Maghreb convoy could face a similar fate.
Sghir commented:“The timing of Madeleine’s detention and the launch of this convoy isn’t random—it reflects coordination among various initiatives sharing one goal: to break the siege on Gaza and deliver aid stockpiled at Rafah, where volunteers are blocked from entry.”
He stressed that the convoy’s media momentum is already a success, stating:“To say ‘Madeleine’ failed is wrong—it embarrassed the Israeli regime and exposed its brutality. Even if the convoy doesn’t reach Gaza, the unity of Tunisian, Algerian, and Libyan peoples is a success in itself. Nothing will be the same after this convoy.”
Sghir concluded:“This convoy is raising a new generation on the culture of resistance. It pierced through the silence of Western and Arab regimes and unified Maghreb hearts in noble resistance. For the first time, a Maghreb convoy with over 1,500 participants is organized to support Palestine. Its impact will accumulate and echo in future struggles for justice—starting with Palestine.”
