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Italy to Halt Naval Tracking as Gaza-Bound Flotilla Nears Gaza

Italy says its frigate will break off at 150 nautical miles, leaving the convoy more exposed to possible Israeli interception.

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

  • The Global Sumud Flotilla — more than 40 civilian boats carrying over 500 people including Greta Thunberg — is closing in on Gaza as Italy sets a cutoff at 150 nautical miles around midnight GMT.
  • Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni urged organizers to stop, warning the attempt could undermine prospects linked to President Donald Trump’s 20‑point peace proposal.
  • Organizers rejected proposals to offload aid in Cyprus or at Israel’s Ashkelon port, stating they will continue toward Gaza to challenge the blockade.
  • Israel reiterated it will prevent any breach of what it calls a lawful naval blockade and said aid could be transferred to Gaza if unloaded at Ashkelon.
  • Activists say they are on high alert after reported drone incidents off Greece, as Italy’s defense minister forecasts an interception at sea and possible arrests.