Global Affairs Canada says it's aware of two Canadian citizens who have been detained in Israel after forces intercepted a flotilla headed to Gaza in an attempt to break Israel's blockade of the enclave.

In a statement to Radio-Canada, Global Affairs Canada said consular officials are in contact with local authorities and providing assistance to those who request it.

The department also said it is unable to confirm the total number of Canadian citizens participating in the initiative, organized by the Global

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