“Freedom of navigation must be respected. Therefore, no attack, no drone strike” or “any use of force against the Flotilla is acceptable”, said the European Commission Spokesperson’s Service. “We respect the humanitarian commitment of the activists, who want to highlight that the situation in Gaza is unbearable. Freedom of assembly is a fundamental pillar of our democracy”. The statement comes after the flotilla carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza was attacked by drones overnight. The Commission also underscored the “unsustainable situation in Gaza”. When questioned by the press, the Commission explained that any intervention by Frontex must be decided by Frontex itself.