Israel has intercepted 13 ships from the Global Sumud Flotilla in the Mediterranean, detaining more than 200 people from 37 countries attempting to break the blockade of Gaza. Among the detained are 30 from Spain, 22 from Italy, 21 from Turkey, and 12 from Malaysia. Despite the crackdown, flotilla organizers said around 30 more boats are still advancing toward Gaza, determined to deliver humanitarian aid. The Global Sumud Flotilla began its journey on August 31 from Barcelona, later joined by vessels from Tunisia, Italy, and Greece. With over 40 ships and participants from 44 countries, including European lawmakers, activists, doctors, and journalists, the mission seeks to challenge Israel’s long-standing blockade on Gaza. Israel claims links between the flotilla and Hamas but has provided no evidence. The convoy was expected to reach Gaza Thursday morning if unhindered.