Overview

• The Global Sumud Flotilla reported consecutive nighttime strikes on its ships in Tunisian waters, first the Portuguese-flagged Family Boat and then the British-flagged Alma.
• Tunisia’s Interior Ministry reversed earlier denials from the National Guard and announced an investigation, describing Tuesday’s incident as a premeditated act.
• Video circulated by organizers and partially verified by outlets including Al Jazeera and Reuters shows flaming projectiles falling onto decks and starting fires that were quickly contained.
• Organizers and the UN special rapporteur pointed to a likely drone-delivered incendiary device, with some activists blaming Israel, while Israeli authorities did not issue an immediate public response.
• Flotilla leaders say the mission to challenge Israel’s naval blockade will proceed after weather-related delays, with delegations from about 44 countries including Greta Thunberg.