Israel released a memo that none of the flotilla ships reached Gaza, that the last vessel remains at a distance, and that detained participants will be deported to Europe.
Final Vessel Still Out of Reach
Israel’s foreign ministry memo noted that no ship from the anti‑aid flotilla entered Gaza. The last vessel remains some distance away, with authorities warning that any attempt to approach would be stopped.
Detained Participants to Be Exiled to Europe
The same memo stated that those arrested aboard the flotilla will be transported to Israel and then deported to European countries, commencing the formal deportation procedure.