Overview

• Israeli forces boarded multiple Global Sumud vessels at sea and said none reached Gaza, directing passengers to Israel for processing.
• An Israeli official said more than 400 participants were taken to the port of Ashdod, with expulsions to Europe expected to begin after processing.
• French deputy François Piquemal said in a pre‑recorded video he had been arrested, and fellow LFI deputy Marie Mesmeur was to be transferred to Sde Teiman prison with consular visits planned Friday.
• Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised the navy for a professional operation that he said prevented dozens of boats from entering a war zone.
• Israel released documents online alleging Hamas financing and influence, which organizers and observers dispute after apparent errors, including a misidentified photo, and they called for independent scrutiny.