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Eight Malaysians have been confirmed detained by Israeli forces after the Global Sumud Flotilla was intercepted in Gaza waters, said the Sumud Nusantara Command Centre (SNCC)
According to Bernama, as of 6am Malaysian time, those detained include singer Zizi Kirana, who was aboard the vessel Huga.
Also detained are Musa Nuwayri, Iylia Balqis, and Sul Aidil from Alma, along with Haikal Abdullah, Muaz Zainal, Zulfadhli Khiduddin, and Rusydi Ramli from Sirius.
The status of five other Malaysians remains unknown: PU Rahmat, Norhelmi, Mohd Asmawi, and Norazman aboard Estrella, as well as actress Ardell Aryana on Mikeno.
In total, contact has been lost with 13 Malaysians.
Malaysian singer Zizi Kirana posing before boarding the vessel 'Huga'.
Image via New Straits TimesThe Global Sumud Flotilla, which departed Spain on 31 August, is the largest maritime mission to Gaza to date
Comprising more than 50 ships and hundreds of activists from over 44 countries, the flotilla aims to deliver humanitarian aid to Palestinians by sea.
Livestreams from activists earlier today showed tense scenes as Israeli forces surrounded and intercepted the convoy as it neared Gaza's shores.
According to SNCC, nine vessels are currently flagged as "under attack", while 13 others have sent distress signals.
A still from a livestream shows the activists being held on a vessel.
Image via Al JazeeraNo injuries have been reported so far, but Global Sumud Flotilla has reiterated its commitment to continue their humanitarian mission.
