Global Sumud Flotilla Reports Israeli Harassment Near Gaza. The Global Sumud Flotilla entered a “high-risk zone” near the Gaza Strip with humanitarian aid, aiming to challenge Israel’s naval blockade. The organization reported increased drone activity over the flotilla as it approached Gaza, with Israel stating it will not allow the vessels to reach the strip. Early Wednesday, the flotilla alleged an “intimidatory operation” by Israeli ships, claiming two lead vessels were aggressively circled and onboard communications disabled. Offers were made by Israel, Italy, and the Vatican to distribute aid through accepted channels, but the flotilla continued toward Gaza. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni warned that forcing the naval blockade could undermine the possibility of a ceasefire. Meloni said aid can be delivered safely through secure channels and that insisting on breaching the blockade risks escalating tensions. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar called for the aid to be transferred through ports such as Cyprus or Ashkelon Marina to reach Gaza safely. Saar emphasized that the focus should be on de-escalation rather than provoking incidents while global leaders work to end the war. [Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT]