Israel seizes almost all Gaza-bound flotilla boats, only three operational

Israel has intercepted almost all Gaza-bound flotilla, with only three boats still attempting to continue their journey, according to the Global Sumud Flotilla’s live tracker.

Middle East Eye reported that the Fair Lady and Marinette remained in communication as they sailed toward Gaza, while the Mikeno was stationary close to the coast with no confirmed contact from its crew.

“All other boats are either confirmed intercepted or marked as ‘assumed intercepted’ after several hours of silence,” organisers said.

The flotilla, made up of dozens of civilian boats carrying aid and activists, has faced repeated raids by Israeli naval units. Only a handful of ships are still in play as the confrontation at sea continues.

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The interception — anticipated for days — triggered swift global reactions, sparking street demonstrations and diplomatic statements of concern. Protests erupted in Brussels, Athens, Buenos Aires and Berlin, while Spain urged Israel to safeguard “the safety and rights of the activists.”

In Italy, demonstrations spread across major cities. Hundreds gathered outside Rome’s Termini station chanting “let’s block everything,” forcing authorities to close some metro stations.

Similar protests were reported in Milan, Turin and Genoa, while in Naples and Pisa activists briefly occupied railway tracks, disrupting train services. In Bologna, thousands marched carrying Palestinian flags and banners.