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Gaza Flotilla Enters High‑Risk Zone as Italy Ends Escort and Israel Prepares to Intercept

Italy's pullback at 150 nautical miles leaves the flotilla without protection.

A drone picture shows a flotilla of humanitarian boats led by French activist Melissa, dubbed the “Thousand Madleens,” departing from the Sicilian port of San Giovanni li Cuti in Catania, Italy September 27, 2025. REUTERS/Danilo Arnone
This grab from AFPTV footage shows activists riding aboard the British-flagged yacht Alma, which is part of the international flotilla for Gaza.
Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni addresses the 80th United Nations General Assembly at U.N. headquarters in New York, U.S., September 24, 2025. REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz
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Overview

  • Organisers say more than 40 boats carrying over 500 people, including Greta Thunberg and several lawmakers, have entered a designated high‑risk area and report increased drone activity and approaches by unidentified vessels.
  • Italy confirmed its frigate will stop tracking the convoy at 150 nautical miles from Gaza around midnight GMT and urged a diversion to Cyprus, a proposal the flotilla has rejected.
  • Israeli authorities reiterate they will block any breach of the naval cordon and have deployed naval and police units, with local media reporting preparations for arrests and processing of detainees.
  • Jerusalem released documents alleging ties between flotilla organisers and Hamas via the PCPA, a claim the activists have previously disputed, while offering aid transfer via Ashkelon or other ports.
  • Political pressure intensifies as Giorgia Meloni urges the mission to stop, U.S. lawmakers led by Rashida Tlaib call for safe passage, Ireland’s parliament presses for restraint, Australia warns of risks to its citizens, and the pope voices concern for safety.