Israeli Forces Blockade Gaza Aid Flotilla; Italian FM Urges Safety for Nationals
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The Israeli military forcibly blockaded the "Global Sumud Flotilla" aid convoy to Gaza on the 19th. Twenty-nine Italians aboard one of the ships were taken to the southern Israeli city of Ashdod. Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani called on Israel to ensure the safety of its citizens. According to reports, the Israeli navy fired upon the flotilla, which was intended to deliver humanitarian aid. Israel denied using live ammunition, admitting only to using non-lethal weapons for warning purposes and stating there were no injuries. The flotilla's mission was forced to halt.