Overview

• Organizers of the Global Sumud flotilla said multiple drones caused explosions and communications interference across several vessels overnight with no injuries reported.
• A Frontex patrol operating with the Hellenic Coast Guard told AFP it observed no visible damage, highlighting a dispute over the extent and impact of the incidents.
• Italy’s defense minister authorized the Navy frigate Fasan to proceed to the area north of Crete to assist Italian citizens and conduct potential rescue operations.
• A European Commission spokesperson called the reported drone attack unacceptable and said freedom of navigation must be respected.
• Israel’s Foreign Ministry reiterated it will block the flotilla from entering an active combat zone or breaching the naval blockade and linked some participants to Hamas.