A flotilla has rejected multiple proposals, including one from the Italian government and the Vatican, to transfer aid peacefully to Gaza via Cyprus, according to a statement from the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs on September 28th, 2025. The flotilla had previously refused two other Israeli proposals for aid transfer. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the flotilla's actions indicate the situation is not about aid but rather provocation and support for Hamas. This development comes amidst ongoing discussions and political commentary surrounding the Gaza conflict. In separate online discourse on September 28th, 2025, a post on X referenced Jabotinsky and criticized left-wing Israelis' understanding of antisemitism outside the Levant, suggesting they should vote for Netanyahu in 2026. Another user on X commented that many left-wing individuals who criticize Jabotinsky have not read his work. Previously, on September 28th, 2025, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had stated that TikTok is the "most important" weapon for securing Israel's right-wing support, emphasizing the evolving nature of weapons and social media's critical role. He also described X (formerly Twitter) as important and Elon Musk as a "friend." The UAE delegation remained seated during Netanyahu's speech at the United Nations on September 28th, 2025, a deliberate political act signaling discipline. The Trump administration had proposed freezing fighting lines in Gaza and securing the release of all hostages within 48 hours, as part of a broader peace plan to destroy Hamas's offensive weaponry. Israeli forces reportedly gained control of approximately 57% of Gaza City, and Belgium formally recognized a Palestinian state on September 27th, 2025.
