A cruise ship carrying 1,700 Israeli tourists departed the Greek island of Syros early after over 150 protesters demonstrated against the ongoing war in Gaza. Protesters displayed Palestinian flags and banners condemning the violence. Mano Cruise, the Israeli operator, cited the situation as the reason for the unscheduled departure to Cyprus. Greece's coast guard confirmed the early departure, and Israel's foreign minister contacted his Greek counterpart regarding the incident.

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