Overview

• Israel’s foreign ministry said passengers from intercepted vessels were brought to port, are safe and in good health, and will be deported.
• Flotilla organizers reported an Israeli attack roughly 120 nautical miles from Gaza, saying at least two ships were seized and routes were forced to change.
• Authorities said 171 participants have been deported so far, including Greta Thunberg, with 479 people detained across more than 40 vessels.
• Returned activists, including Greek participant Jasonas Apostolopoulos, alleged beatings and denial of water and medical care, claims Israeli officials reject.
• Officials in Israel, Italy and Greece said they offered to route aid through approved ports, while organizers say parts of the convoy remain at sea bound for Gaza.