Kieran Andrieu
Political economist, journalist and activist who participated in the Global Sumud Flotilla and recounts his experience of being intercepted and detained by the Israeli military.
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Sep 25, 2025 • 28min
“Powerlessness Is an Illusion”: Gaza, Resistance, and the Sumud Flotilla (w/ Kieran Andrieu)
Kieran Andrieu, a British-Palestinian journalist and activist, shares his personal journey of resistance and the motivations behind joining the Global Sumud Flotilla. He discusses the risks of confronting Israel’s blockade and why he believes that powerlessness is merely an illusion. Andrieu highlights the flotilla's mission to deliver aid while challenging the narrative of helplessness regarding Palestinian suffering. He also explores shifts in global public opinion towards Palestine and the importance of grassroots activism.
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Oct 22, 2025 • 45min
Downstream: Kidnapped at Sea by the Israeli Military. The Full Story w/ Kieran Andrieu
Kieran Andrieu, a political economist and activist, shares his gripping experience of being intercepted by the Israeli military while attempting to deliver aid to Gaza as part of the Global Sumud Flotilla. He recounts the harrowing details of the nighttime abduction, the psychological tactics used against him, and the impact of solidarity among detainees. Kieran also discusses the geopolitical triumphs of the flotilla, the response from consular officials, and the broader implications for humanitarian efforts in the region.
