Synopsis: The Global Sumud Flotilla, with 500 activists from 46 countries, nears Gaza. The fleet is facing warship harassment and drone attacks from Israel, despite escorts from Spain and Italy. Aiming to breach Tel Aviv’s 18-year blockade with symbolic aid, the mission signifies Gaza’s humanitarian crisis amid the 23-month war. Meanwhile, Israel vows to block the flotilla, citing Hamas links, as tensions escalate in the Mediterranean.

The Global Sumud Flotilla transporting activists aiming to challenge Israel’s blockade of Gaza is on high alert after an encounter with a warship as it nears the war-ravaged Palestinian region.

The activists anticipate interception by Israeli authorities, a recurring event in previous attempts to reach Gaza. Spain and Italy dispatched naval vessels to

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