Activists on the Global Sumud Flotilla cautiously welcomed Spain and Italy’s decision to deploy naval frigates to escort their voyage to Gaza. ⁣ ⁣ They hailed it as the strongest show of support yet, while warning against pressure to turn back. ⁣ ⁣ The move follows a pledge from Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez to safeguard citizens on board, after organisers reported multiple drone attacks on their vessels near Greece and Tunisia. Israel denies involvement in the strikes and rejects flotilla claims of genocide and blockade. ⁣ ⁣ The EU deployment marks a significant escalation in international involvement.⁣ ⁣ #GazaFlotilla #Spain #Italy #EU #MaritimeSecurity #Palestine #Israel #HumanitarianAid #MiddleEast #Diplomacy