On Wednesday, the Israeli Navy intercepted a flotilla of 50 boats carrying approximately 430 pro-Palestinian activists attempting to breach the naval blockade of Gaza. The activists, which included international solidarity members, human rights defenders, and medical volunteers, were detained and taken to Ashdod Port. The legal center Adalah reported that its attorneys were permitted to consult with the detained individuals. Israel's Foreign Ministry dismissed the flotilla as a public relations stunt aimed at supporting Hamas, asserting that the Navy acted in accordance with international law. All boats were intercepted in the eastern Mediterranean, with the last vessels stopped near Cyprus. This flotilla was a renewed effort following a previous attempt in April that was also intercepted. Organizers had expected over 500 activists to participate, with many associated with the Turkish group IHH, known for the 2010 Mavi Marmara incident. Adalah plans to challenge the legality of the detentions and advocate for the activists' immediate release.