Brazilian activist Thiago Ávila described the effort as “the largest solidarity mission in history, with more people and more boats than all previous attempts combined,” according to The Guardian. Dozens of vessels expected to join on September 4.
The protests, which were held under the banner "a march for Australia," deteriorated into violence in several locations, and police were forced to use riot control methods including tear gas and pepper spray.
Dr. Miriam Adelson will receive the presidential medal alongside eight distinguished figures.
These individuals are anticipated to come from 44 nations and will embark from four hubs: Barcelona, Sicily, Greece, and Tunisia.
The White House's advanced security system, which Trump described as having the "finest security equipment anywhere," enabled staff to review video footage and identify those responsible for the damage.
