„At 00:23 Maltese time, the Conscience, a Freedom Flotilla Coalition ship came under direct attack in international waters,“ the group said in a statement.

„Armed drones attacked the front of an unarmed civilian vessel twice, causing a fire and a substantial breach in the hull,“ it added, blaming Israel.

„Israeli ambassadors must be summoned and answer to violations of international law, including the ongoing blockade and the bombing of our civilian vessel in international waters.“