More Irish citizens have been detained by Israeli forces after the Gaza aid flotilla reached the blockade. Today's top videos STORY CONTINUES BELOWIrish coordinators of the flotilla said there was a total of 22 Irish citizens on the boats. Harris stated: ‘The overriding concern remains the welfare of those on board, including Irish citizens. ‘Beyond the confirmed interceptions, live streams and communications with several other vessels have been lost.’As of 10am Irish time, 15 Irish citizens were detained by Israel. She told Simon Harris that there is a need for ‘absolute vigilance’ with consular assistance for Irish citizens who have been detained.