Israeli forces intercept and board 11 vessels from the Global Sumud Flotilla near Crete early Wednesday. The action follows an overnight approach by Israeli speedboats and drones in international waters.
Israeli forces intercepted and boarded 11 vessels from the Global Sumud Flotilla near Crete early on April 30, 2026, following an approach by speedboats and drones the previous evening.
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Israeli forces intercepted and boarded 11 vessels from the Global Sumud Flotilla near Crete early on April 30, 2026, following an approach by speedboats and drones the previous evening.
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