Israel begins deporting hundreds of international flotilla activists
Summary
Israel intercepted a flotilla of about 430 international activists who tried to break the naval blockade of Gaza and began deporting them. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered their quick deportation and criticized the national security minister for mocking detained activists, which led to international protests.Key Facts
- Israeli naval forces stopped six vessels from a flotilla attempting to reach Gaza.
- Around 430 activists were detained and are being sent to a civilian airport near Eilat for deportation.
- One Israeli citizen activist, Zohar Regev, is facing legal charges related to illegal entry and stay.
- National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted videos mocking the handcuffed and kneeling activists.
- Prime Minister Netanyahu rebuked Ben-Gvir, saying the minister’s behavior does not reflect Israel’s values.
- Countries including Britain, France, Turkey, Greece, Italy, and Indonesia condemned the treatment of activists.
- Some countries summoned Israeli diplomats to protest the handling of the flotilla detainees.
- Turkey offered to send planes to help activists return home.
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