Gaza flotilla activists set for deportation from Israel as backlash grows
Summary
Hundreds of pro-Palestinian activists were detained in Israel after trying to send aid to Gaza by sea and are now set to be deported. There has been international criticism, especially after a video showed Israel’s far-right minister taunting the activists, some of whom reported being beaten.Key Facts
- The activists were part of the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying symbolic aid to Gaza.
- Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir posted a video of himself mocking detained activists with their hands tied.
- The UK, US, France, Italy, Canada, and Ireland condemned Israel’s treatment of the activists.
- Some activists who were detained reported being beaten and injured; at least three needed hospital care.
- More than 430 people from over 40 countries were on about 50 boats sailing from Turkey.
- Israel intercepted the flotilla about 250 nautical miles west of Gaza, which it blocks by sea.
- The UK has demanded explanations from Israel and summoned the Israeli diplomat in Britain.
- Countries including Turkey, Spain, and Ireland are arranging flights to deport their detained citizens.
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