Overview

• Israel’s foreign ministry said the group was expelled to Greece and Slovakia after naval interceptions of the flotilla bound for Gaza.
• Participants hailed from more than 15 countries, with authorities characterizing the mission as a media stunt rather than humanitarian relief.
• Switzerland reported that 9 of its 19 detained nationals landed in Geneva in good health, as consular access continues for those still held.
• Officials reported a single violent incident at the Ktsiot facility in which a detainee allegedly bit a female medic, with Israeli media identifying the suspect as a Spanish activist whose arrest was extended to October 8.
• The navy diverted over 40 vessels to Ashdod after organizers rejected offers to transfer aid via Mediterranean ports proposed by Israel, Greece and Italy.