NZ Embassy Trying To Speak With Kiwis Aboard Intercepted Gaza-bound FlotillaRNZ OnlineThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) says Israel has confirmed that all passengers - which includes three Zealanders - on board ships taking part in the Gaza-bound flotilla are safe and being transferred to processing facilities. "MFAT is aware that all vessels in the flotilla have now been intercepted by the Israeli Navy. According to the Global Sumud Flotilla tracker and livestream, one boat, the Marinette, was still sailing towards Gaza on Friday evening (NZ time). "New Zealand has a long-standing 'do not travel' advisory in place for Gaza," MFAT said. "The New Zealand Embassy is also seeking an opportunity to speak with the three individuals."