Organisers say Israeli forces seize more Gaza-bound flotilla ships

Israeli forces have continued intercepting Gaza-bound flotilla vessels in international waters, organisers said on Monday, accusing the Israeli military of seizing additional ships and detaining their crews.

The Freedom Flotilla Coalition said the Perseverance, carrying volunteers from Australia, Belgium, Canada and France, was attacked and its crew abducted.

The Global Sumud Flotilla said around 30 vessels were still sailing towards Gaza after Israeli forces seized at least 47 ships.

Malaysia, Qatar and Turkey condemned Israel’s actions against the flotilla, amid growing international criticism over the interceptions.

🚨SOS - International volunteers onboard #FreedomFlotilla boat #PERSEVERANCE were illegally attacked and abducted by Israeli Occupation Forces@IDF state pirates.
CONTACT THEIR GOVERNMENTS & DEMAND THEIR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: https://t.co/cUjpiV3fLJ
SIGN THE PETITION:… pic.twitter.com/QWB8EhIV9Q

— Freedom Flotilla Coalition (@GazaFFlotilla) May 18, 2026