In the early hours off Malta, a drone strike significantly damaged one of Freedom Flotilla Coalition’s humanitarian vessels. The attack, carried out in international waters, punctured the hull, allowing water to flood multiple compartments. Simultaneously, incendiary fragments ignited a fire near the bow, which the crew battled until local authorities dispatched a tug and an Armed Forces of Malta patrol vessel. Within an hour, firefighters brought the blaze under control, and all personnel were confirmed safe. Although there were no injuries or fatalities, the ship’s water ingress and structural damage forced the suspension of its Gaza-bound relief mission. Essential food, medicine, and dozens of activists on board were delayed, and the vessel now awaits inspection and repairs before it can resume operations. The incident has highlighted vulnerabilities in maritime humanitarian logistics and underscores the acute risks faced by nonviolent aid missions in contested waters. The Freedom Flotilla Coalition continues to call for international support to safeguard future journeys and ensure uninterrupted delivery of critical supplies to Gaza.