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Israeli forces intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla en route to Gaza, detaining activists aboard several vessels. The flotilla, carrying 500 people on more than 40 boats, aimed to deliver humanitarian aid and challenge Israel's blockade. Israeldefended its action as enforcing a lawful blockade, while flotilla organizers and several governments condemned it as illegal and dangerous. Protests erupted globally, and Italy announced a national strike in solidarity.