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Organizers Report Drone Swarms Target Gaza Aid Flotilla South of Crete

The convoy faces interception warnings from Israel following diplomatic calls for restraint.

Activists waving South African and Palestinian flags on an artificial lake in Johannesburg, on 31 August, expressing their support for the Global Sumud Flotilla. (Photo: Marco Longari / AFP)
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Overview

  • Global Sumud Flotilla organizers say several vessels were harassed by drones, 13 explosions were heard, communications were jammed, and no injuries were reported among more than 500 people aboard.
  • Participants report drones dropped irritating substances and sound bombs and damaged masts on boats sailing in international waters near Greece.
  • Israeli authorities have not confirmed responsibility; they have warned the flotilla it will be intercepted and proposed offloading aid at the Israeli port of Ashkelon for transfer into Gaza.
  • Italy’s foreign minister requested protection for nationals on board, and foreign ministers from 16 countries called for restraint and cautioned against attacks in international waters.
  • The mission is described by organizers as non-violent and carrying food, water and medicine, and they previously reported drone incidents near Tunis during the voyage from Barcelona.