Israel’s Foreign Ministry has announced none of the Global Sumud Flotilla boats has “succeeded in its attempt to enter an active combat zone or breach the lawful naval blockade”.

“All the passengers are safe and in good health. They are making their way safely to Israel from where they will be deported to Europe,” the ministry said.

However, it noted, one vessel remains sailing and “if it approaches its attempt to enter an active combat zone and breach the blockade will also be prevented”.