Increased drone activity reported over Global Sumud Flotilla

Sumud Nusantara said the situation reflected the mounting challenges faced by participants of the humanitarian mission.

01 Oct 2025 03:13pm

Activists wave palestinian flags as they gather to support a flotilla carrying humanitarian aid and activists vowing to try "to break the siege of Gaza", in Ajaccio, on the French Mediterranean island of Corsica, on Sept 12, 2025. (Photo by Pascal POCHARD-CASABIANCA / AFP)

KUALA LUMPUR - The Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) mission vessels are on full alert following reports of increased drone activity over their sailing area.

In a social media post, Sumud Nusantara said the situation reflected the mounting challenges faced by participants of the humanitarian mission.

"The flotilla vessels have entered a high-risk zone, an area where previous flotillas were either intercepted or attacked.

"Several early reports also indicate the possibility of different scenarios unfolding in the coming hours,” it said.

Meanwhile, GSF in an Instagram post said its vessels are now less than 145 nautical miles from Gaza and have entered a high-risk zone.

"As we sail closer to Gaza, we remain vigilant as we enter the area where the previous flotillas were intercepted and/or attacked.

"Keep your eyes on the mission. Keep your eyes on Gaza. We sail on undeterred by Israeli threats and tactics of intimidation," it said.

The Global Sumud Flotilla voyage across the Mediterranean Sea carries food supplies, medicines and a message of peace, urging an end to war and famine, while demanding the opening of a humanitarian corridor to Gaza.

A total of 34 Malaysians are among activists from 45 countries sailing to Gaza to break the blockade on the enclave, remaining steadfast despite facing obstacles and threats, including drone attacks. - BERNAMA