IDF intercepts Gaza-Flotilla boats west off Crete; Greece remains silent

Israeli Military Intercepts Gaza Aid Flotilla West of Crete

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla, a Gaza-bound aid mission, approximately 1,000 kilometers west of Crete in international waters. The flotilla, consisting of multiple vessels, was reportedly attacked by Israeli military speedboats in a Greek Search and Rescue responsibility area. However, the Greek government has not issued any public statement regarding the incident. The organizers of the aid mission have expressed concern over the interception of their vessels.

• The incident occurred in international waters but within a Greek Search and Rescue responsibility area.
• No comment has been issued by the Greek government as of yet.
• The Global Sumud Flotilla was attempting to deliver aid to Gaza.