Spain Condemns Israeli Seizure Of Flotilla

The Israeli Foreign Ministry stated on X that 175 activists from more than 20 boats are making their way peacefully toward Israel. The flotilla consists of 58 vessels that set sail from various locations including Spain, France, and Italy over the last two weeks. The current status of the remaining vessels in the flotilla is unclear. This follows reports of an Israeli blockade on the aid flotilla. Spain has issued a statement energetically condemning Israel's detention of activists. The activists were reportedly sentenced in July. Spain has issued a vigorous condemnation of the seizure of a flotilla by the Israeli military off European coasts. Spain's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned the seizure of Gaza aid flotilla boats. Organizers report over 200 people were intercepted, while the Israeli military reports fewer than 175 militants were arrested.