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Yesterday on the programme, we heard from Rachel McNicholl, whose husband Fiacc Ó Brolcháin was among the Irish citizens on board the latest Gaza-bound aid flotilla, intercepted by Israeli forces as it attempted to sail humanitarian supplies toward Gaza. The vessel was stopped at sea, those on board were detained, and the mission was cut short. This morning, Fiacc joined Pat to describe what happened during the interception, his time in custody, and why he believes the voyage was necessary despite the risks.

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