"Organizers of the flotilla said that the boats, which are carrying humanitarian aid for the starving people of Gaza, were attacked by a swarm of 15 drones early Wednesday morning, with the convoy in the Mediterranean Sea about 600 nautical miles from the enclave. According to Drop Site News, at least eight attacks and six explosions were reported as flash bang grenades hit at least six of the boats; one person has been injured, and two of the boats have been damaged."
""Regarding the attack suffered in recent hours by the Sumud Flotilla vessels, which also include Italian citizens, carried out using drones by currently unidentified perpetrators, we can only express the strongest condemnation. In a democracy, even demonstrations and protests must be protected when they are conducted in compliance with international law and without resorting to violence.""
Boats of the Global Sumud Flotilla, sailing under the Portuguese flag, were attacked by a swarm of 15 drones while about 600 nautical miles from Gaza. Organizers reported at least eight attacks and six explosions as flash-bang grenades struck six boats; one person was injured and two boats were damaged. Drop Site News reported that an unidentified chemical device was dropped onto one boat before falling into the water. Italy said the flotilla includes Italian citizens and condemned the drone attack, and Italy authorized the multi-purpose frigate Fasan to head to the area for possible rescue operations.
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