Overview

• Israeli police say they have screened more than 470 participants from the intercepted flotilla and handed them to immigration and prison authorities after redirecting dozens of yachts to Ashdod.
• Italy’s foreign minister reported the number of detained Italians rose to 40 and said the naval operation was over, with expulsions expected after legal procedures.
• Israel’s foreign ministry said several vessels were intercepted and directed to an Israeli port under the blockade, and none entered the combat zone off Gaza.
• Organizers contend the mission continues, with IHH citing a separate group of 11 ships still en route, while another mission update named only the yacht Marinette as continuing toward Gaza.
• Belgium summoned Israel’s ambassador over seven detained citizens, Turkey expects its nationals’ release in the coming days, and Paris police used tear gas to disperse a large solidarity rally.