Lawyers for the crew of the 'Madleen' say they have been wrongfully detained by Israeli authorities, who intercepted the ship trying to take aid to the war-ravaged strip.

The Defense Ministry announced that the flotilla was making its way to Israeli shores and that all passengers were expected to return to their home countries.

Madleen was stopped by Israel on its way to Gaza. What happens to Greta Thunberg, Rima Hassan and other activists now?

Israel's foreign ministry has denounced the Gaza-bound ships, including one carrying Greta Thunberg, as a publicity stunt rather than genuine humanitarian aid. The ministry insists that the maritime zone off Gaza is legally blockaded and that aid is already being delivered through official channels.

The IDF boarded the 'Madleen' early on Monday, taking the crew and the ship to the Port of Ashdod, where they would be sent back to their respective countries.