Overview
- The Global Sumud Flotilla reported at least 13 explosions, unidentified drones overhead and interference with radios while sailing in international waters southwest of Crete.
- A journalist on board said 11 vessels were targeted, with four reporting damage and flying the flags of the United Kingdom, Italy and Poland.
- No injuries were reported, and crews said a fuller assessment of damage would occur in daylight as the mission proceeds.
- Israel’s Foreign Ministry warned the convoy to dock in Israeli ports to transfer humanitarian aid instead of attempting a direct delivery to Gaza.
- Organizers characterized the actions as psychological operations and sought consular support, with participants reporting contact with Mexico’s embassy.