Spain joins Italy in sending a naval ship to protect a Gaza-bound aid flotilla after activists reported Israeli drone attacks. Italy clarified only one ship will be deployed. Meanwhile, at least 17 Palestinians were killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza. Israel launched airstrikes on Yemen's capital in retaliation for a drone attack on Eilat. Palestinian President Abbas delivered a pre-recorded address to the UN General Assembly after being denied a US visa.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.