Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced on Wednesday that Spain will deploy a naval vessel to support the “Global Freedom Flotilla” bound for Gaza, following reports that some of its ships were targeted by drones off the Greek coast.

Speaking at a press conference in New York, Sánchez said: “We are concerned, and therefore we will send a ship to ensure the rescue of our citizens and bring them back to Spain if necessary.”

The Spanish move comes after Italy confirmed earlier on Wednesday that it had dispatched a frigate to provide assistance to the same flotilla.