JAKARTA —-— Ships from the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF), which are continuing their humanitarian mission to Gaza, have begun to be approached by the Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF). The Israeli Navy intercepted several vessels of the Global Sumud Flotilla 2.0 humanitarian fleet in international waters in the Mediterranean Sea on Monday (May 18, 2026) at noon local time.
Humanitarian ships carrying the Global Peace Convoy Indonesia (GPCI) delegation were also intercepted; military vessels have surrounded several humanitarian ships, including the Amanda, Barbaros, Blue Toys, and many others.
In their live broadcast, CCTV footage from the ships showed that dozens of vessels carrying humanitarian activists had been directly blocked and intercepted.
One of the GPCI delegation’s vessels, the Zefiro Boat, carried representatives from Dompet Dhuafa: Ronggo Wirasanu and Herman Budianto. The delegates were wearing life jackets, appearing prepared for the worst-case scenario.
As is known, dozens of ships from the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) carrying 450 humanitarian delegates from various countries set sail on a humanitarian mission from the Port of Marmaris, Turkey, on Thursday (May 14, 2026); the fleet is heading toward Gaza, Palestine.
“Several Israeli warships are currently visible from the Zefiro; we are preparing to intercept them. Please keep us in your prayers,” Ronggo said in his statement.
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Amid the escalating tensions in international waters, hopes and prayers accompany the journey of the GPCI delegation fleet. The humanitarian delegates aboard the ships continue their mission with a spirit of solidarity and humanity. May this voyage be smooth and safe, and may it pave the way to break through Israel’s blockade of Gaza, Palestine. Follow the journey of the GPCI delegates via the Flotilla Tracker and the 24/7 Global Sumud Flotilla Livestream. (Dompet Dhuafa)
Text: Anndini Dwi Putri
Photo: Live Global Sumud Flotilla
Editor: Dhika