Israel extends detention of Gaza flotilla activists, lawyers say
Summary
An Israeli court has extended the detention of two activists from a Gaza-bound aid flotilla who were captured by Israeli forces in international waters. The activists, Saif Abu Keshek from Spain and Thiago Avila from Brazil, face accusations without formal charges and remain in isolation while on hunger strike.Key Facts
- The activists were taken by Israeli forces on April 30 while sailing to Gaza as part of the Global Sumud Flotilla.
- Most activists were taken to Crete, but Abu Keshek and Avila were brought to Israel for questioning.
- The Ashkelon Magistrates’ Court extended their detention until May 10 based on secret evidence.
- No formal charges have been filed; accusations include links to a “terrorist organization” and contact with foreign agents.
- The activists are held in isolation with constant bright lighting and are blindfolded when moved.
- They have been on a hunger strike, consuming only water since their capture.
- Their lawyers and rights groups claim the detention and accusations lack legal basis and plan to appeal.
- The flotilla’s organizers and human rights groups have called for international action demanding their release.
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